Speaking at a public event, Panneerselvam said that people from North India who “have learnt only Hindi” have limited job opportunities in Tamil Nadu, often taking up low-paying roles. In contrast, he praised Tamil Nadu students, saying their proficiency in Tamil and English allowed them to pursue opportunities abroad.
“Those from the north are coming to Tamil Nadu to clean tables… they are coming here to work as construction labourers, pani puri sellers, as they have only learnt Hindi,” Panneerselvam stated. He added, “Our children have gone abroad… as we follow a two-language policy and learned English well. They are going abroad and earning in crores in the USA and London.”
