Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami has begun well by announcing the closure of liquor shops (Feb.21). This is a positive development after weeks of disruption following the jallikattu issue and the run-up to the trust vote. Unemployment is the biggest problem the administration faces. Pursuing welfare measures will only be a drain on the exchequer. The fervour and competitive spirit being witnessed in the neighbouring States to create employment opportunities and start industries should act as a catalyst in Tamil Nadu. There also have to be urgent steps to tackle agrarian distress and drought.
K. Jayanthi,
Chennai
