In an NDTV exclusive, Tamil Nadu Industries Minister TRB Rajaa responds to questions on whether the ruling DMK’s student outreach programmes are aimed at countering actor Vijay’s rising influence among the youth. He explains the party’s stand, its long-standing education focus, and why the Opposition’s claims are misplaced. Plus, his take on US tariffs hitting Tamil Nadu’s exports, the fishermen crisis, and the state’s growing investments and jobs.