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**Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Claims DMK Government Outperforms Predecessors**

**CHENNAI, September 20, 2025** – Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin today asserted that his DMK government has surpassed the achievements of the previous AIADMK administration during its decade in power from 2011 to 2021. In a video address as part of the “Ungalil Oruvan” (One Among You) initiative, Stalin highlighted the state’s economic growth and successes in attracting investment.

Stalin pointed to a recent trip to Germany where presentations showcased Tamil Nadu’s infrastructure, skilled workforce, and development initiatives. He claimed investors were particularly impressed by the high employment rates for women and the state’s balanced development approach across all districts. Focus on emerging sectors was also acknowledged.

He further emphasized the benefits of the state’s reservation policies, citing instances where students from Tamil Nadu, often first-generation graduates, were able to study abroad thanks to tuition fee waivers.

The Chief Minister contrasted the DMK’s economic performance with that of the AIADMK government. Despite financial difficulties and alleged lack of support from the central BJP government, Stalin stated that the DMK has achieved an economic growth rate of 11.19%, significantly higher than the AIADMK’s growth rates of 6.7% (2011-2016) and 5.2% (2016-2021). The DMK’s average growth rate over the last four years has been 8.9%.

Stalin concluded by stating that the central BJP government is targeting the DMK because of its opposition to certain national policies and its demands for the release of state funds and the Keeladi report. He asserted the DMK’s unique position to challenge the BJP’s policies.

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