DMK MLA and LoP Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Maiden Speech in T.N. Assembly
Udhayanidhi Stalin urged ruling and opposition parties to work together for Tamil Nadu's development while renewing his criticism of Sanatan Dharma.
- On Tuesday, Leader of Opposition and DMK MLA Udhayanidhi Stalin reiterated his criticism of Sanatan Dharma in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, asserting that it 'must certainly be abolished' because it divides society.
- These remarks revive a debate that previously sparked nationwide outrage and multiple court cases; earlier this year, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court observed that similar speeches amounted to 'hate speech'.
- The BJP immediately condemned the comments, with spokesperson C.R. Kesavan describing the statements as a 'toxic rant' and accusing the DMK of consistently disregarding Hindu customs and traditions.
- Despite the political tension, Udhayanidhi praised Chief Minister Vijay for meeting DMK leadership, calling for 'political civility' while noting the opposition intends to function constructively in the 234-member Assembly.
- Separately, the DMK leader raised objections regarding the protocol of the 'Tamil Thai Vazhthu' at the swearing-in ceremony, urging the new government to ensure established state traditions are never compromised.
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Udhayanidhi says Sanatana Dharma divides, must be 'abolished'
Chennai: DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on Tuesday, May 12, called for the “abolition” of Sanatana Dharma, claiming it divides people, repeating the controversial remarks he made in September 2023. In his maiden speech as the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, the DMK leader also said the opposition “will not permit” any attempt to sideline “Tamil Thai Vazhuthu,” the Tamil invocation song. “Sanatana Dharma, which divides t…
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