<h1>Former RBI Governor Subbarao criticizes southern states' push for population growth for funds, calls for equitable resource allocation.</h1> Former RBI Governor Subbarao criticized the push by some southern states for population growth to secure more Central funds, arguing that it is not a viable solution. He highlighted the contradiction in political parties offering freebies, which he believes should be controlled. Subbarao emphasized the need for equitable resource allocation without bias and expressed concerns about states being penalized for effective population control. He also noted the importance of healthy cooperation between the Centre and states for national development. Kerala and Telangana have voiced concerns over current funding allocations, while leaders in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu have advocated for increased population.