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Amazing

The promises made by the Tamil Nadu political parties are amazing. The DMK has promised rice at Rs.2 a kg plus free supply of colour television sets and gas stoves. The AIADMK, on its part, says it will supply 10 kg of rice a month free, while the DMDK promises free door delivery of 15 kg rice plus Rs.500 for groceries every month.

But what people need is a state in which they can acquire the purchasing power to buy rice, TV sets, and groceries. But politicians cutting across party lines seem to disagree — they want us to eat, sleep, idle away, and watch TV for the next five years by which time they will come up with a different set of promises.

J. Divya,
Chennai

Why are the parties not offering anything to the middle-class voters? Is it because they have no idea how to lure them? Here are some suggestions — a free trip to Singapore, a microwave oven, cellphone with free recharge coupons for one year. The Union Finance Minister will surely endorse them as feasible. Buck up leaders, time is running out.

M. Venkataraman,
Chennai

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