Exploiting the South: How the Central Government Systematically Undermines South Indian States
The latest release of tax devolution data by the Union Government, as shown in the attached images, exposes a grave and infuriating injustice against the South Indian states. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Kerala—despite being major contributors to the nation’s economy—are collectively allocated only ₹28,152 crores, while Uttar Pradesh alone is handed a whopping ₹31,962 crores. This glaring disparity is not just unfair; it reeks of deliberate discrimination by the central government against South India. How can a state like Uttar Pradesh, known for poor governance, rampant corruption, and subpar economic performance, receive more funds than the entire South Indian region combined? The South, known for its disciplined governance, economic productivity, and massive contribution to the national exchequer, is clearly being punished for its success. Karnataka, home to India's Silicon Valley, is allocated a meager ₹6,498 crores, a laughable sum compared...