Rajinikanth yet to decide on contesting LS polls

strongly accept simultaneous polls.

I urge all the parties in the nation to accept this and they can cooperate for passing a bill on it.

Tamil Nadu government is firm on executing the Chennai – Salem eightlane corridor amid the peoples’ objection. What’s your view on that project?

Salem-Chennai eight-lane green corridor project is essential for the development of the state. If the project was implemented in a better way, many industries will come to TN. Therefore, employment opportunities will also increase. Of course, I accept there will be some loss for the people. But the government should give maximum compensation by means of money and land to the people. Meanwhile, it is my wish that the project should be implemented without affecting agriculture land.

Tamil Nadu government is facing too many criticisms. What is your opinion on that?

Everyone is criticising Tamil Nadu government. I expect Tamil Nadu government to work more and get more projects for the welfare of the state.

Tamil Nadu has passed Lokayukta bill in its legislative assembly. Do you feel corruption will be uprooted in Tamil Nadu?

I welcome TN government for passing Lokayukta bill. However, it should function as a powerful authority to eject corruption from the state. A retired judge should be appointed for Lokayukta.

Tamil Nadu government celebrates former CM K Kamaraj’s birthday as education development day. How do you see the quality of education in Tamil Nadu?

Education is better in Tamil Nadu when compared with other states. However, it needs to be improved. As per my knowledge, the state government is doing well about increasing the standard of quality of education.