The youth of Tamil Nadu must scale great heights and achievements in the international IT domain!
April 15th, 2009
When the world was reeling under recession, Tamil Nadu was saved by our leader Kalaignar!
Recession – What does it mean to us?
“Recession” is a panic word to the world. The past few months have witness many layoffs, in both the developed and developing nations across the globe. Today, I want to share my thoughts with our young people, about recession – how, India has fared under the dynamism of Shrimati Sonia Gandhi and the UPA lead-government under the leadership of Dr.Manmohan Singh, and how Chief Minister Kalaigner’s Tamil Nadu has taken on recession – and what must be done to overcome the downturn, prevent layoffs and emerge successful.
While there is no denying the global meltdown, in the Indian context we need to act wise and smart to overcome such situations. So what is recession? A recession is a decline in a country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth for two or more consecutive quarters of a year. The current recession also experienced a slow down, right from mid 2008. What causes it? An economy which grows over a period of time tends to slow down as a part of the normal economic cycle. An economy typically expands for 6-10 years and hits recession for about six months to 2 years. But, as reported by the media, India as an emerging economy, has defied recession to a great extent because of sound administration and farsighted policies.
Indian and Tamil Nadu economy
Does recession have a different upturn to the Indian economy which has shown a robust and consistent growth trajectory in the last 3 years, despite the global slow down? Sure it does.
In the year 2008, we saw a record 9.2% of GDP and external commercial borrowing has slowed considerably, and foreign direct investment (FDI) has held up relatively well. The heartening news is that the foreign currency reserves remain adequate compared to the country’s gross financing requirement and imports. All of these measures point only to one thing – Strong leadership at the State and Centre – A leadership that has the vision to forecast global conditions, and safeguard the welfare of the people, at all times.
As a major constituent of the UPA government in the centre, union ministers from Tamil Nadu have played a key role in shaping these fiscal policy measures. Various industrial houses have set up their units throughout Tamil Nadu, thereby creating several thousands of direct and indirect job opportunities for our young people and have resulted in an overall growth in the neighboring areas. When the world was reeling under recession and layoffs, there were growing opportunities in India, especially in Tamil Nadu – thanks to the people-centric policies of our Chief Minister Kalaignar.
In the last 3 years, many MNCs have setup their operations, in Tamil Nadu, resulting in increased employment and production. Automobile industries, cellular companies, IT organizations and many sunrise industries have shown a healthy uptrend, here. An increasing number of IT parks are being established in Chennai and in other major cities of Tamil Nadu. This has created ample international opportunities for all those young people trained for employment in the IT and ITES industries. Employment opportunities have also become manifold through the many SEZs established in various parts of Tamil Nadu.
As a progressive thought leader, Kalaignar has insulated the people of Tamil Nadu from the global meltdown by increased government spend on welfare measures and subsidized delivery of essential goods. Kalaignar, has always insisted on welfare schemes and food security measures that address the basic needs of the people of Tamil Nadu While we do not have a social security system in place, Kalaignar’s policies have ensured that a de facto social security system, in the form of subsidies and welfare schemes was always in place – Welfare schemes like, one kilo rice at Rs.1, medical insurance for Rs.1 Lakh, a monetary assistance for women’s marriage and for pregnant women, welfare scheme for the educated unemployed youth, pension for the old, a 7000 Crore loan waiver for farmers, interest waiver for the regular remitters, retail goods at subsidized prices are some of Kalignar’s achievements that have saved the people of Tamil Nadu from the global recession.
In the near future, I foresee India as an economic super power, which should enable us to implement a system that will provide quality health care and social security to our masses – our farmers, our laborers and our working classes, whose tireless efforts continue to build our nation.
In this context it was heartening to note that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) had highly commended India’s strong economic performance in recent years. This is a result of our sound macroeconomic policies and continued progress with structural reform. In fact, we are confronting current global economic and financial crisis from a position of strength. All the economic indicators and surveys reveal that we are likely to fair better than any other country in the world, in the next couple of years. But is it fair to assume that the global recession means nothing to us? My pragmatic answer would be a big NO.
The next steps
The global recession does mean something to us. It would be a blind folded statement and a state of denial to believe otherwise. However history shows us that the strongest nations have built their economy and infrastructure during recession and emerged super powers during the next upturn. This is the most opportune period for us to prepare ourselves for the long haul, in the following areas:
Agriculture: India lives in its villages, said Mahatma Gandhi. Agriculture is still the mainstay for our villagers. We will continue to focus on agriculture – a clear policy that was implemented right from the day we came to power. When Kalaignar took his oath as Chief Minister, the very first order that he had signed, was the cooperative loan waiver for farmers – right at the dais. The DMK government offers subsidy for procurement of seeds, fertilizers, farm equipment, topping it with free power and support for almost all aspects of agriculture. We understand that an agriculturally self-reliant and food secure India, is fundamental to our success in the next decade.
Information Technology: The private sector, especially, the IT sector has been hit, as much of their revenue comes from exporting services to USA and the rest of the world. But the overall Indian exports to the United States account for just over 3% of GDP. India has a healthy trade surplus with the United States. While the Indian IT sector is not in a recessionary mode, there is a slow down. For all my friends in the IT sector – entrepreneurs, technocrats and employees alike – my suggestion would be to look at using our vast knowledge base and expertise that we have gained over the last two decades, experienced human resources to take on innovation and product development as against being service providers to the world. There is no denying the exponential growth that this sector had, until the global slow down happened. But looking at it positively, adversity has a way of making a futuristic statement to talented technocrats and entrepreneurs. We are still looking for that one technocrat and entrepreneur from Tamil Nadu who can showcase to the world that we can house our own home-grown IT transnational – the next Google, Apple, Microsoft, Sun or Cisco. Isn’t this something that needs your attention, my dear friends in IT?
With almost zero systemic hurdles in Tamil Nadu, under the leadership of Dr.Kalaignar, there is nothing that should stop the technocrat, come out with the one big idea – the one idea that can provide the evolutionary shift in the way we perceive our service delivery in this sector. I am eager to hear from all of you, your thoughts on making this possible. Please use the Comments section on my website to share your thoughts with me.
Manufacturing: Manufacturing industries provide plenty of job opportunities – both blue collar and white collar jobs. Our government continues to provide ample support to various small, medium and large manufacturing units, not just to set up facilities in Tamil Nadu, but also to churn out products that meet international quality and safety standards. If the recent reports on the Chinese toy manufacturing companies are anything to by, it is imperative that we focus on improved quality and safety standards. To be successful in the international arena, higher quality and better safety standards will be the key.
The Banking sector and the Consumer: While the western world is resorting to stage funded fiscal stimuli to manage the financial crisis as the only way to avoid a prolonged recession, India has stronger policies in place, to protect our banks and public savings. While most of the western world’s banking and financial giants bit the dust, all our nationalized banks, NBFCs and financial institutions serving a 1 billion population, came out clean – an awe inspiring fact for the rest of the world. India as a nation is marching strong with its steady GDP, improved production, greater capacity utilization, considerably higher consumer spend and greater employment in the public and government sector.
Chief Minister Kalaignar’s schemes, the dynamism of Shrimati Sonia Gandhi and the policies of the UPA-led government under the leadership of Dr.Manmohan Singh, have insulated India and Tamil Nadu from the impact of the global recession. But for the cooperation of all Indians and the people of Tamil Nadu, this would not have been possible. I believe that if our young people can come together and work harder, we have the power to overcome any global challenge. I visualize such a progressive state and country. And I have the faith that it will soon be a reality.
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22 Comments
1. DMK Worker | April 17th, 2009 at 3:33 am
Dear Thalapathi
This is a very inspriring and timely thought youngsters. It is delighting that India has Leaders like you are there to think beyond caste, votebank based politics. It is defenite that we are greatly insulated against recession. Your call and vision to the budding enterprenuers in tamil nadu is very inspiring!
Thanking you..
A DMK volunteer
2. thaan76 | April 17th, 2009 at 6:47 am
Dear ‘Dalapathi’
I would like to proudly call u so,as no political leader
ever has tried to explain recession so clearly and also
the way you have listed the steps taken to protect people of tamilnadu by our people-centric govt.Clear vision shows a clear triumph. Am sure we are greatly benefitted by a worth-while up-to-date explanation.
3. jayasank | April 17th, 2009 at 7:48 am
Dear Thalapathi,
When we have visionaries like you and Kalaignar, the people of the state can forget about worries.
Your government’s foresight has protected us from recession effects to a great extent while the entire world is reeling under the effect of recession.
Thank you for extending Tax holiday for STPI (Software Technology Parks of India) registered companies.
Thanks and best regards,
JP.
4. melwin.mca | April 17th, 2009 at 11:41 am
This is a nice post. But we need to gather all IT people towards our party as a permanent caders. I got more plan for this.
5. naveen_anbumani | April 18th, 2009 at 9:00 am
dearest commander,
Economic recession and stagnant growth in almost all important sectors including IT has culminated in the global meltdown which the economic pundits had predicted during the first fiscal quarter of 2008.Even at the recently concluded G20 SUMMIT this was the core issue that was dissected and discussed.Unfortunately this complicated recession phenomenon is expected to continue into the next decade and any positive growth is expected not until the second fiscal quarter of 2011 which is exactly when tamilnadu would go to the polls.So in order to achieve a sustained economical growth in a phased out manner, our people should elect an alliance which can form a stable government and discharge its duties efficiently aided by meticulous planning which is only possible under the expert leadership qualities of dr.manmohan singh supported by dynamic ministers like dhayanidhi maran and g.k.vasan.
Moreover we must understand that for the people of TN to get the maximum benefit by virtue of the various schemes earmarked for our state, we need to have a good rapport with the centre.So both our state and country stand the best possible chance of combating this “recession monster” only if we make the judicious decision of electing the congress led alliance in the current polls and also by electing the dmk to power in 2011 by a thumping margin paving the way for another glorious golden regime under our beloved commander.
oh my gosh,how good it feels even to just hear the above line???looks like we just cant wait any longer for the official coronation..
totally addicted to the thalapathi syndrome,
naveen anbumani,
gopalapuram,ch-86
6. gomathireddy | April 21st, 2009 at 8:40 am
Dear Shri Stalin,
Certainly a nice post. Way beyond the regular posts greeting people on important occasions.
Please don’t get me wrong. While I do enjoy reading your posts on all that has been achieved during Kalaignar’s past and current regimes, it is heartening to know that you you have taken the time to address issues that are closer home and definitely something that has hit the urbane youth – probably the prime audience for your blog and website.
In the same vein, here go 2 requests from me:
a) I’d be glad to understand any special measures that have been taken up by the DMK government, to encourage entrepreneurship in Tamil Nadu, beyond subsidies. I am eager to read your views on how people can shift their expectations from stretching the begging bowl, election- after-election, to being self-aware, self-respecting and self-sufficient individuals, who can take on their lives with pride and create opportunities for those around them. In short, have we created policies that have taught people to go fishing on their own and not just look for people to throw fish for their next meal.
b) I certainly would like to see more blog posts from you, reflecting your thoughts on the DMK’s election manifesto, and your comments about those who are competing with you, on different platforms, parties and purposes.
I see you as a leader, who is beyond the mud slinging and character maligning that is rampant in our politics today – To me you are a leader who has a remarkably clear mind with a vision for the state and country; who has kept his cool at the worst of times and has never once stepped beyond the party’s framework, despite the many opportunities. To me, you are beyond the pettiness in everyday politics. I hope you remain that, all through your career. I look forward to reading more of your posts.
Good luck in your endeavors, and God speed in these elections.
G
7. Parliamentary Elections 2&hellip | April 21st, 2009 at 8:50 am
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8. gomathireddy | April 24th, 2009 at 4:00 am
Hello Mr/Ms. Parliamentary Elections 2…
I read your post at your website criticizing Mr.Stalin’s post on recession. Appreciate your work. But did you ever think of the following:
a) Mr.Stalin per se may not be responsible for the power cuts. The next thing I’d be hearing from the public is that one of their bus stops is in bad shape and that Mr.Stalin is directly responsible for that, and because their bus stop is in bad shape, Mr.Stalin is not entitled to voice his views on recession and the good work done by his party!
b) An administration is run on the collective wisdom of the party that is in power – its absolute team work with the leadership giving its cues. But who elects these leaders and parties to power? – Isn’t it the collective wisdom of the people who believe that these are the best set of people to govern them and end up electing them? Are we as citizens, in some way responsible for “governing” these elected members and are we actually doing it? Or do we believe in being just bystanders, until the next elections, then start blog posts and web sites to decry the work that is done, and sit back and arm chair theorize on what ought not to be done, rather than provide suggestions on what can be done ?
I’ve never understood why every critic takes it upon himself / herself to play the back-bencher and talk tough to every politician in power – every politician, no matter which party they are in – and decry their efforts, no matter how good and genuine they are.
Will it make more sense to appreciate the work that is being done and provide gentle nudges and suggestions, to improve up on it? Aren’t they as human as you and I are – don’t we all need appreciation for the work that is done – how come politicians are always seen as a different set of demonized minds? As we thinketh, so we maketh!
In the spirit of free press, it is also imperative that good work is appreciated so that we have a right to talk about the bad work – let us work towards creating a set of leaders who believe they want to work for us, and not just buy our votes – Because we deserve such leadership.
Let us learn to appreciate their good work as well – Because they deserve such citizenry, as well.
Mr.Stalin deserves it well enough! BTW, I am not a party member, and I didn’t post this because I idolize him – I believe I am doing this as a good Indian citizen, who honestly believes in better governance, and sincere leaders. I believe I’ll back Mr.Stalin on that one account.
Thanks,
G
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10. pk | April 29th, 2009 at 10:15 am
Ms. Gomathi Reddy,
On your angry response to my post in my blog on elections http://elections2009.pathipagam.com, I would like you to re-read my post with patience.
I have NOT criticised Mr.Stalin for the power cuts. I have criticised his statement made in this post.
My Blog is aimed to be a platform for people to take an informed decision and to VOTE in the upcoming elections & definitely not to condemn anybody. In fact I have been reading most of the articles/posts on this site with a open mind.
Now on your angry comments:
a. A Power cut is not same as a Bus Stop. Power Cut has a direct impact on the economy while Bus Stop doesn’t. Pls. don’t compare unequals.
btw, if a bus stop is bad, Mr. Stalin may not be responsible for it, but somebody in the Govt. is…
b. Your statement that administration is a collective responsibility stand no good. If that is the case, no one person can take the credit as described by Mr.Stalin in his post. Mr. Stalin will have to give credit to each & every person in the administration & the party and NOT to the CM alone.
I believe the politicians have made such a mess of the politics in this country that an ordinary person cannot even think to make his opinion or protest leave alone participate in it.
If the MLAs & MPs are like other common men then how come they are not seen in your streets other than during election time?
If they are like common men then how come only their names is foundation stones on all projects while the officials who actually make it are not mentioned. Pls. don’t tell me that MLAs & MPs have the vision and the recognition is for the vision.
If they have the vision, I don’t think we will most of the problems we are facing today.
In this site, Mr.Stalin has mentioned that the vision of CM resulted in Anna Flyover in early 1970s. Ironically the same person was responsible for constructing multiple flyovers in the city in 1990s and recently – most of which pale in comparison with the Anna Flyover. Where did the vision/greatness go?
Comments on this Post:
Agriculture – TN is the most urbanised large state in India. TN no longer lives in villages, it lives in cities & towns. This is happened primarily due to the lack of income from agriculture esp. when compared to being even a daily labour in city.
IT – I will appreciate the Govt.’s effort to take the IT to Tier II cities. In fact I believe unlike manufacturing or other other industries IT is not constrainted by location (it does not need ports or rail head or raw materials to survive). IT needs 3 things – Power (electricity), Communication (broadband, telephone) & People.
Govt. should in fact encourage IT companies to set-up more in backward districts and discourage IT in Chennai
Banking – Our banks were relatively unaffected by the global meltdown because of stringent policies & governance by RBI.
The Govt. is actually creating a state where people will not be inclined to re-pay but default and expect Govt. to waive the loans. But look at the state of Co-operative Banks & RRBs and you will realise how bad we are fiscally.
Probably we all fail to realise that it is our money that the bank’s lend and we will get our money only if the bank performs well & borrowers repay!!!
I come from a family that staunchly supports DMK, in fact one of my cousin is also a party member & advocate. But I am increasingly disillusioned by the party.
Ms. Gomathi Reddy, I choose to reply since I was annoyed by your comment of back-benchers & spirit of free press…
My views are personal and are NOT meant to offend anybody. If you like to protest my viewpoints, please do comment on my blog.
Thanks
pk
11. mohanrajannamalai | May 11th, 2009 at 6:53 am
annan thalapathi i am verymuch affected by srilankan tamil peopple issues.
12. gomathireddy | May 18th, 2009 at 10:19 am
Mr/Ms.PK,
Firstly, let me apologize for the delayed response for your posting – in response to my posting.
I haven’t logged in for a quite some time onto this blog site and happened to read your “angry” rebuttal, only now.
Coming back to your comments on my supposedly “angry” posting:
a) Your criticism on Mr.Stalin’s post on recession vis-a-vis, power cuts, were not valid – they were not relevant and were not to be treated on par/ That’s precisely why I had compared your comments to that of a bus stop in bad shape, and how Mr.Stalin may next be blamed for that. Power cuts happened due to a whole host of reasons.
A little understanding on the background may serve those who are following this post – In that spirit, I would like to share a few facts:
Not just in Tamil Nadu, all through India, the supply of electricity relies heavily on a virtually bankrupt and sometimes corrupt State Electricity Boards (SEBs), which have failed to bring electricity to nearly 40% of rural households.
Tamil Nadu is far better off on this account.
High levels of subsidy to agriculture and domestic customers, and wide spread electricity theft have resulted in weak financial conditions for the SEBs. Tamil Nadu is no different here. Thus any top-down remedies for improving the electricity system do not yield required results. Some of the key issues faced through out India, are a result of complicated and overlapping regulatory structure and new entrant prohibitions that stifle new electricity sector investment. Governments may meet with greater success if they encourage and facilitate local private investment in small-scale electricity production, as a ‘bottom-up’ solution, rather than continue attempts to force down ‘top-down’ reform of the existing state-owned electricity sector against entrenched interest groups.
It would serve us right to understand that as early as in 2001, during the Chief Ministers’ Conference, grave concerns were expressed about the situation in the power sector and the likely crisis engulfing this sector. There was a lot of emphasis to undertake urgent reforms in the power sector as it
was thought that it would not only precipitate a collapse in the power situation but also cripple the finances of the State Governments and jeopardize economic growth of the country. The solutions identified at that time were:
(1) Implement measures to enable one-time settlement of outstanding dues of the SEBs to the Central Public Sector Undertakings and the dues from CPSUs to the State Power Utilities. (2) Capital restructuring of the SEBs, including provision of Structural Adjustment Loans as to enable them to tide over the then financial crisis, making them operationally viable.
To discuss the approach of the then CM, and the type of governance and that government’s preoccupations, and then the take over by the new DMK and UPA governments are beyond the scope of this post, let alone my response.
Much of power shortage that we faced in the last few months, can partly be attributed to the mismanagement of how TNEB handled the power shortage. TNEB adopts Power Purchase Agreements by Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) a International Competitive Bidding (ICB) route. But there have been various regulations and systemic changes from the Central Electicity Authority (CEA) which have to an extent contributed to the delay in finalizing MoUs for Independent Power Projects(IPPs). Though the intention was to get a better deal for the State Electricity Boards(SEBs), the pre-condition for the SEBs was to undertake integrated resource planning exercises, enabling them to identify the additional capacity required, the technical and environmental characteristics et al for despatch. This also involves preparation of feasibility reports and obtaining different clearances and linkages for these projects, ensuring that the financing arrangements are in place, Power purchase Agreements(PPAs) and the legally enforceable FSA etc were standardized and published. Which clearly the TNEB was not ready to go, on time, and there were no clear contingencies in place. These are for the Minister of Electricity, Mr.Arcot N.Veerasamy to contend with.
Just because Mr.Stalin has a blog and has a view to offer on recession, does not merit that all the state’s issues – past and present – have to be linked to his right to expression – this was my only contention. No offence meant on anyone, including you Mr/Ms.PK.
And, I think there is this overwhelming need to club all issues under one banner – under this “recession” blog post and that doesn’t make sense. I think we need to keep threads, relevant and only to the point of discussing the views shared. I choose not to address all the other points that you had raised, a)
because I understand new media etiquette b) I believe that you are unable to see the global picture and are getting emotive about people’s issues.
We are part of the democracy and we need to have clear ideas on how we can tackle these issues, at the grass roots – where are the solutions, where is the suggested modus operandi- why are we only talking about the problems? Yes, we all know we have these challenges – and to me, the MLA or MP, not visiting my place is not a problem, as long as the work that is due for my area gets done – I have no personal satisfaction meeting him/her. I want work for my area, to get done on time, and as a reasonably responsible citizen, I’ll push for action. That is all. But I will try. I will layout a plan, get collective action from my local people and push for action. And I will continue to try, until I get my results. While I am not suggesting that this is the only best way to get results, I am only saying that I am trying this, from my side. And I have found Mr.Stalin to be far more responsive to suggestions and has a quick grasp of grounds-ups situations, and he works towards solutions. To comment adversely on his post, is belittling the enormous responsibility he carries and the way he has worked his way up, within the party and also won over the people of Tamil Nadu – if his election work and the results are anything to go by.
Any suggestions on how to create, drive and push for people-centric action are most welcome –
carrying placards, and getting abusive and emotional is a big NO, NO. Because we are not up against the British – we are against our own elected representatives – its time we changed our approaches, and tactics – Its time we stopped being cribbers and don the garb of doers.
My views, are just that – my views. If your annoyance is in public interest, and stems from your perception that your opinions have not been interpreted right and need to stand corrected without the communication gaps, it is most welcome.
But if your annoyance stems from the belief, that only you have a right to opinion, then well, I still take it in the spirit that after all we are a free country, endowed with free tenets of life, and you are a free Indian, as much as I am.
Here again, with all due respects to your views, and annoyance to tangential views, I hope you will see my explanation in the right perspective.
I hope, YOUR views about MY views, will get featured in YOUR blog and not Mr.Stalin’s. If time permits, I shall certainly visit your blog and post my comments.
Thank you very much for your time.
Regards,
G
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14. cashwindows | May 27th, 2009 at 1:20 pm
Dear Mr. Minister,
I really appreciate this e-endevour of your’s in keeping in touch with the citizens. I’m also impressed by reading your blog on recession and here is my response to it,
As u said, yes there are budding technocrats, entrepreneurs from Tamil Nadu, who could create the next Microsoft, Google or Apple etc. but we lack the basic infrastructure needs right from the power to servicing a repaired PC, our legal system is too weak which does accepts the lethargic attitude of the service providers. Even govt. does hesistate to approve certain project plans which have given successful results else where in this world. The proven successful models from other countries can be reviewed for it’s adoption in India.
The key aspects is that, we require support from the govt. and independence given to the technocrat, as u know there are lot of other political and social elements that disturbs the growth of a company. A technocrat, who is also a budding entrepreneur should be free from these issues to prove his business model. The day when his company hits the Dalal Street, the govt. can claim a percentage of shares, since it was a govt. funded project. This is similar to that of the venture capital model.
We first need to fix the basics and the strong platform would enable us to create the next Microsoft from Tamil Nadu.
As a minister and a key ally of the UPA govt, I would kindly request you to facilitate our needs with the central portfolio such as IT ministry, which is in our bags and co ordinate with other departments to eradicate the issues pertaining to them.
We would be happy to hear it from you.
Thank you Sir.
Regards,
Keerthi Jeyaraj
15. karpagam-tamilputhakalayam | May 29th, 2009 at 10:29 am
Congratulations thiru.Stalin avargaley.on becoming deputy Cheif minister of Tamilnadu.Youngsters like me are expecting a lot of growth and change in the society.Especially in the Education sector.I Hope You will do the need full to reduce the drop out rate in schools.
16. tbr.joseph | May 30th, 2009 at 4:59 am
It is really heartening to know that you are now the deputy Chief Minister of Tamilnadu!
I wish you all the very best in your endeavours in the coming two years I mean till the next Assembly Eelections.
I have a request. Almost all the Posts are in English. I feel that responses from the Tamil youth would increase manifold if the posts are written in Tamil. Unicode fonts can be used to enable everyone to read and repond easily without downloading any particular Font.
Please consider my suggestion.
With regards,
tbrjoseph
30th May, 2009
17. mohanrajannamalai | May 30th, 2009 at 9:27 am
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18. gopal | June 1st, 2009 at 5:43 am
Dear Sir,
At the outset ,let me take the liberty of congratulating you to the post of Deputy Chief Minister ship of our wonderful state of Tamizh Nadu. You are,sir, one of those rare politicians who have chosen to rise up from the ranks over almost 30 years, though belonging to the family of the Living Legend Dr Kalaignar. Needless to state, under Dr Kalaignars guidance & your own youthful exuberance, the State of Tamizh Nadu is bound to grow faster & become a model state to our glorious country & perhaps the whole world.
Your statements, immediately after taking over the new responsibility ,definitely have created the right motivation in the industry and one is confident that a positive direction which our State has been enjoying ,will now get your direct attention & the growth will be in a Fast Forward mode.
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Sir, the appeal I am making to you now is due to a positive development which has happened just 10 days back.
We are also distributing an advanced product called CO2 Incubator from a Japanese Company called ASTEC, Japan & which is located in a place called FUKUOKA.
We are glad to share with you that this company ASTEC (http://www.astec-bio.com/english/about.html ) is willing to source out this product from us on an OEM basis. They have already handed over the Engineering drawings & we had supplied three units on trial basis & have been accepted by them with minor modification.This was conveyed personally by their President ,when we recently visited them in Japan.The product lines are likely to increase in due course of time.
Now my appeal to you ,Sir ,is on the possibility of allotting an Industrial land of about ONE ACRE in the Women Biotechnology Park at Siruseri.Another Shareholding Director in our Organisation is a Woman, a MTech ( Biotechnology ) graduate of 1992, from Center For Biotechnology, Anna University .
The reason I am directly approaching you is due to lack of time since M/S ASTEC are also considering China as an alternative to us. I have convinced them that Tamizh Nadu is very Industrial friendly & decisions are taken fast. Besides I have cited to them the advantage of Madras Port which will make it economical for transporting the Product to rest of the world ,as their market picks up.
This is an immediate opportunity for a Biotech Engineering Industry to grow in Tamizh Nadu( since most of Biotech activities are happening in Biotech Clusters of Karnataka & Andhra ). As a home grown manufacturing SSI, I look forward to your sympathetic views.
I am appealing to you ,Sir ,directly since
1 )Its an Unique opportunity for an SSI to bring State- of -the -art -Japanese technology to Tamizh Nadu & provide job oppurtunities as Business grows up .
2) I understand many plots, though sold out, are vacant in Siruseri Womens Biotech Park & we can utilise immediately
3 ) I am approaching you directly ,Sir,not with an idea of By passing any Government bodies ,but with an earnest hope that You will oblige a SSI who has established credentials but lacks the wherewithal to have an Industrial Shed
4 ) Since Siruseri is the closest to our existing factory & most of the 35 employees are from local areas & many are women,hence our request.
5 ) most of the employees are young & motivated & look for this oppurtunity to grow
With Best Regards
S.Gopal
Managing Director
Scigenics Biotech Pvt Ltd
4/468, 3 rd Main road
swaminathan Nagar,
Kottiwakkam
Chennai 600041
e mail gopal@symbiogenonline.com
mob +919840024822
19. vinoth | June 3rd, 2009 at 4:26 am
Dear Thalapathi,
We are really proud to see you as a Deputy CM. We also await for a long time for this decision come from DMK president for the younger generation to boost up. I also wish you a great success as a DCM in the coming years. Please come with some good resolutions for the younger generation to avoid unemployment in the state we are really struggling a lot. Please help the tamil people in srilanka, to avoid bad name for the party in the coming days.
Thank&Regards
Vinoth
20. gkkalai | June 3rd, 2009 at 2:35 pm
Congratulations Thalapathy on your Deputy CM Post. The Party owe much of the recent success to implementation of people friendly programs and hard work of Dr kalaignar and you.
Having said that,I want you to look into opportunities for contesting assembly alone as most of us vote for only rising sun( you).
With regards
Dr Kalai chelvan
21. mohanrajannamalai | June 5th, 2009 at 3:33 pm
annan thalapathi best wishes
22. subbu64 | June 27th, 2009 at 6:19 am
let me confes that I neither support or oppose the DMK. But in all fairness, the DMK model of inclusion has played a large role in keeping away the effects of the recession.
While on the one hand industries are encouraged and infrastructure is developed, on the other hand, a strong socialistic measure of providing for the poor is done.
While Tamilnadu had to face a lot of cynicism when the so called ‘freebies’ were announced, we now see the bastion of capitalism ‘THE USA’ doing the same during this recession.
What more is needed to validate the poicies of the Tamilnadu government?
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