A tiger economy. Almost as large as Singapore. Hongkong. Or UAE. With only 4.9% below the poverty line.

What can Delhi learn from Tamil Nadu? What’s the story behind the fascinating ‘Tamil Nadu Model of Growth’?

PTR THIAGARAJAN — Tamil Nadu Finance Minister & former banker — lays out the history of what went right in the state. The unique impact of the Dravidian movement. And what remains to do.

He also offers some scorching lessons on leadership, federalism, inclusivity & good economics for the PM Modi government.