Sitharaman Presents Manipur Budget, Unleashes Scathing Attack on DMK Over Language Row
2025-03-11
The Times of India
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has tabled the Manipur budget in the Lok Sabha, promptly followed by a fierce critique of the DMK party. The minister accused the DMK of hypocrisy in the ongoing Tamil language controversy, defending her colleague in the process. This exchange highlights the escalating tensions between the ruling party and the opposition. Key issues like language rights and political integrity are at the forefront of this debate, with Sitharaman emphasizing the importance of national unity and linguistic diversity. The controversy is likely to continue, with the DMK and other opposition parties pushing for greater recognition of regional languages.
