T.N. CM Vijay calls on PM Modi at New Delhi; discusses Mekedatu, fishermen issues
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss various issues affecting the state. Key topics included the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project proposed by Karnataka and the challenges faced by Tamil Nadu fishermen due to actions by the Sri Lankan Navy. Additionally, Vijay urged the Prime Minister to support infrastructure funding and the establishment of educational institutes in Tamil Nadu.
- ▪CM Vijay discussed the Mekedatu project and its implications for Tamil Nadu farmers with PM Modi.
- ▪He raised concerns about Tamil Nadu fishermen being arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy and requested their release.
- ▪Vijay also met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to discuss funding for infrastructure projects in Tamil Nadu.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Seva Teerth complex, which houses the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), in New Delhi and discussed key issues concerning the State, including the proposed Mekedatu balancing reservoir project across the Cauvery by Karnataka government and the issues faced by Tamil Nadu fishermen at the hands of the Sri Lankan Navy.This was Mr. Vijay’s first visit to the national capital to meet Mr. Modi after assuming office as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. According to an official release, Mr.
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