Tamil Nadu Debt Soars to Rs 9.55 Lakh Crore in 10 Years: India Today DIU

In a detailed analysis by the India Today Data Intelligence Unit (DIU), the focus is on the escalating debt crisis in Tamil Nadu over the last decade. The report highlights that from 2016 to 2025, the state's debt has witnessed a 'massive jump', rising from Rs 2,28,516 crore to Rs 9.55 lakh crore. The Unidentified speaker notes that the interest burden has also tripled, growing from Rs 17,391 crore to Rs 62,456 crore in the same period. While acknowledging that debt is just one economic indicator, the report underscores that liabilities have quadrupled, raising concerns amidst the ongoing political tussle.