The Economic Times News

Puducherry's statehood dream remains a dream, a minister stays without portfolio in 2025

Puducherry's statehood aspirations persisted through 2025. The year saw a minister's resignation and a new cabinet member without portfolio. Heavy rains brought flood fears, though cyclone Ditwah caused less damage than expected. New political parties emerged, including Vijay's TVK and Jose Charles Martin's LJK, setting the stage for the 2026 polls.