Governor R N Ravi doing 'cheaper politics' than opposition: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
Listing out the various pro-people welfare initiatives of his government, he said Tamil Nadu has become a pioneer for the country in such schemes.
The Dravidian model government is the one which shows direction to the country.
"Some mischief mongers are unable to stand this and are making baseless allegations," he said.
In his address at a government event here to mark the launch of social welfare initiatives, the CM said he was not concerned about what the opposition parties say, since "that is their politics."
"There is someone doing cheaper politics than them, you know who it is. It is Governor R N Ravi, appointed by the Union BJP government. You know what he does from the Raj Bhavan--spread canards against the DMK government, against DMK. He will insult Dravidam, won't approve legislations (bills), will disrespect Tamil Thaai Vazhthu (Tamil anthem) and maligns TN students," the CM said.
He charged Ravi with making unfounded allegations about TN education, law and order and women's safety, and "creating panic."
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