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Stalin Slams PM Modi for ‘Encroachment’ of Temples Taunt Against DMK Regime
Published By: Sanstuti Nath
Last Updated: October 06, 2023, 10:26 IST
Stalin asked if the Tamil Nadu government retrieving over Rs 3,500 crore worth properties of temples in the state was wrong (File Photo)
The chief minister said Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged in his Telangana poll campaign two days ago that the DMK government has “encroached” Hindu temples in Tamil Nadu and indulged in “irregularities” vis-à-vis the properties and income of the shrines
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for alleging that the DMK regime has “encroached” temples in the state and dismissed the accusation as a lie.
Addressing an event in Chennai on Thursday to mark the culmination of year-long events to mark the 200th birth anniversary of saint Vallalar (1823-1874), Stalin said the reformist saint’s preaching is the need of the hour.
Without naming anyone, the chief minister, also president of the ruling DMK said a group of people were trying to gain political mileage by misusing spiritualism. However, the Tamil Nadu people are strong in reasoning and they could easily differentiate between politics and spiritualism. When some are attempting to confuse people, Vallalar’s wisdom is the key to address the matter.
The chief minister said Prime Minister Narendra Modi alleged in his Telangana poll campaign two days ago that the DMK government has “encroached” Hindu temples in Tamil Nadu and indulged in “irregularities” vis-à-vis the properties and income of the shrines.
“I categorically deny this allegation and convey my strong condemnation to the Prime Minister.” Blaming a Tamil daily for publishing the “lie uttered by the Prime Minister,” he demanded to know how Narendra Modi, who holds a responsible and high office in the nation could level such a wrong and defamatory allegation.
Also, Stalin asked if it was fair to make such a comment in another state.
The chief minister wondered about the “necessity” for Modi to make such a comment and sought to know on whose behalf the prime minister spoke.
Stalin asked if the Tamil Nadu government retrieving over Rs 3,500 crore worth properties of temples (in the past two years after assuming office) in the state was wrong. “Please tell me, is this wrong? we have held consecration ceremonies for 1,000 temples; is this wrong?” Work is on, at a cost of Rs 100 crore, to refurbish 112 historic temples that are 1,000 year old. “Is this wrong?” he asked.
Also, renovation work for 5,078 temples –including 1,250 shrines in areas where SCs and STs live and 1,250 village temples– are set to be taken up in this financial year alone. “Is this wrong? What is wrong according to the PM? he asked.
The flaw is with the prime minister and as far as the DMK regime is concerned, it is committed to the common good and the goal of “everything for everyone.” To mark such a vision, Stalin said the 17-acre new bus terminus, to be set up in Cuddalore, would be named after Vallalar.
The Vallalar event was held by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of the state government.
(This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed – PTI)
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Inspired By Blockbuster ‘Pushpa 2’, AAP-BJP Engage In Poster War Ahead of Delhi Polls
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The Delhi BJP issued its own poster showing the party’s state president Virendra Sachdeva posing as the movie’s character Pushpa on a throne with “Bhrashtachariyon Ko Khatam Karenge” (will finish the corrupt) written in bold letters
Allu Arjun-starrer blockbuster “Pushpa 2″ has led to a poster war between the ruling AAP in Delhi and the opposition BJP ahead of the Assembly polls scheduled early next year.
AAP recently issued a poster on the lines of the movie, titling it in bold letters “Kejrwal Jhukega Nahi” based on the cult dialogue of the movie.
In the poster, Kejriwal poses as the protagonist of the flim, carrying AAP’s symbol ‘jhaadu’ (broom) on his shoulder. “4th Term Coming Soon” read the poster, referring to the previous electoral successes of Kejriwal-led AAP in 2013, 2015 and 2020 in the Delhi Assembly polls.
The Delhi BJP on Monday issued its own poster showing the party’s state president Virendra Sachdeva posing as the movie’s character Pushpa on a throne with “Bhrashtachariyon Ko Khatam Karenge” (will finish the corrupt) written in bold letters.
“Rappa-Rappa” the poster read, copying Pushpa’s dialogue in the movie.
AAP is working hard to retain power in Delhi for a third time after its massive electoral successes in 2015 and 2020 in which it routed the BJP, winning 67 and 63 seats, respectively, in the 70-member Assembly.
The leaders in the BJP, out of power in Delhi since 1998, consider the upcoming Assembly polls their best opportunity to end AAP’s sway in Delhi’s politics.
The two sides have been hitting out at one another through various media, including the social media with slogans, posters, memes and animation videos.
Earlier, the BJP gave the slogan “Ab Nahi Sahenge, Badal Kar Rahenge” (won’t tolerate now, will bring the change), asserting to end the AAP rule.
The BJP has accused the Kejriwal-led AAP of indulging in corruption and failing to deliver the basic services to the people of Delhi during its 10-year rule.
AAP has focused on raising the issue of law and order situation in the city, citing incidents of crime to attack the BJP-led Centre and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
The party has also released a lot of social media content, including posters to slam the BJP over the alleged rise in crime in the national capital.
(This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed – PTI)
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PM Modi To Reply To Debate On Constitution In Lok Sabha On Saturday
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According to the agreement with the Opposition, the BJP-led NDA government had agreed to a debate on the Constitution on December 13-14 in the Lok Sabha and on December 16-17 in the Rajya Sabha
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to reply to the two-day debate on the Constitution in the Lok Sabha on Saturday, parliament sources said.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is likely to initiate the debate on the Constitution, among the key demands of the opposition alliance for the Winter Session of Parliament.
Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to initiate the debate in the Rajya Sabha on Monday and Modi will reply to it on Tuesday.
According to the agreement with the Opposition, the BJP-led NDA government had agreed to a debate on the Constitution on December 13-14 in the Lok Sabha and on December 16-17 in the Rajya Sabha.
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