Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is showing a remarkable deal of political sagacity in his handling of national & state politics. He is bringing a refreshing difference to the management of Centre-State relations. While he makes clear that he’s firmly aligned with the Congress as a coalition partner in the State, he’s ensuring that these political ties do not cost the State in terms of its relations with New Delhi. Presenting a comprehensive list of demands mostly aimed at boosting Tamil Nadu’s infrastructure, Vijay emphasised today in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s presence, that the State and Centre need to work together on this trajectory. It’s a welcome change from the stale rhetoric of the Dravidian parties lamenting the lack of respect for federalism & thereby obstructing a healthy dialogue for the State’s progress. Vijay is a new generation path-breaking politician who is showing that sans the baggage of outdated ideological legacies, the space for governance is that much wider! @TVKVijayHQ @narendramodi @CMOTamilnadu