‘Most MLAs already own cars’: Sumanth Raman questions Vijay’s Tamil Nadu vehicle scheme

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s decision to provide cars and additional allowances to all 234 MLAs has triggered a debate over the need and cost of the scheme. Political analyst Sumanth Raman estimates that it could cost the state around ₹200 crore over five years, while pointing out that many legislators already own vehicles. Senior journalist Shabbir Ahmed says logistical support is necessary…