Tamil Nadu Budget 2025: Rupee Symbol Swap Sparks Controversy

The ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu defended its decision to replace the Indian rupee symbol with a Tamil letter in its budget logo, citing no rule against using the native language. Opposition parties criticized the move as a diversion tactic amid ongoing language policy disputes in the state.

The political landscape of Tamil Nadu has witnessed a stir as the ruling DMK defended its decision to replace the Indian rupee symbol with a Tamil letter in its upcoming budget logo. Party leaders argue this move is in alignment with using the native language, and they insist no laws were broken by this change.

Meanwhile, opposition parties, including AIADMK and BJP, have criticized the decision, labeling it as a tactic to divert attention from other pressing state issues. They argue the change doesn't address major concerns such as price cuts for essential commodities and reforms in taxes.

This controversy unfolds amidst an ongoing language policy debate in Tamil Nadu, with the DMK opposing the central government's three-language policy, emphasizing its commitment to the state's two-language policy of Tamil and English.

(With inputs from agencies.)