Tamil Nadu's hospitality sector is grappling with a severe shortage of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders. state's top official has reached out to Prime Minister for quick fixes. In Coimbatore, hotels are adjusting their hours and cutting back on menu items to cope with the situation.
Meanwhile, restaurants and catering services in Tiruchi brace for similar hurdles. local economy may take a hit. Dining options for residents and visitors could be limited. The state's chief executive convened a meeting at the Secretariat in Chennai to explore potential statewide effects.
In another development,the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has summoned actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader Vijay for questioning on March 15. This follows Vijay's request for 15-day extension related to investigation into deadly stampede in Karur last September that took 41 lives. Public interest in the case is high.
A former Chief Minister has approached the Madras High Court to drop a legal challenge against K. Navas Kani,the MP for Ramanathapuram,who is allied with ruling coalition and the Indian Union Muslim League. After aligning with this coalition,the former Chief Minister received guidance from Justice C.V. Karthikeyan to involve Election Commission of India in his case.
As the political scene shifts, Vijay is also assessing candidates for TVK positions ahead of the state assembly elections. The selection process kicked off at the party's headquarters in Panaiyur, where he met with 55 candidates on the first day. A smart move as party gears up for the elections.
