What happened
Tamil Nadu assured Kerala that Tamil Nadu will re-examine restrictions on transporting construction inputs—such as rough stones and aggregates—into Kerala. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay conveyed the assurance to Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan during the Southern Zonal Council meeting.
Tamil Nadu’s assurance was given after Tamil Nadu previously moved to regulate transport of these construction inputs into Kerala to maintain adequate internal supplies.
Background and earlier position
Tamil Nadu placed restrictions or regulation on transporting construction inputs (including rough stones and aggregates) into Kerala. Tamil Nadu’s stated aim was supply management within Tamil Nadu by maintaining adequate internal supplies of these inputs.
What changed now
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