CM Vijay Issues Stern Warning In Assembly: Women Are Key To My Victory

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has taken a firm and uncompromising stand during the ongoing assembly session, issuing a significant warning regarding the treatment of women in the political and social sphere. On Monday, the Chief Minister expressed his deep resentment towards the use of abusive language, particularly targeting women, and emphasized that such behavior wouldn't be tolerated under any circumstances. During his address to the house, Vijay highlighted the historical context of political mandates in the state, noting that the people of Tamil Nadu have previously given their mandate to legendary leaders like Anna, MGR, and NTR, and now they've placed their trust in him. He attributed a major portion of this political success to the support of women voters, stating that they're the primary reason behind his victory.

Warning Against Abusive Language

Chief Minister Vijay was explicit in his stance against derogatory remarks. He stated in the assembly that while political criticism can be sharp and intense, it must never cross the line into personal insults or abusive language against women. "The main reason behind my political victory is the women of this state," Vijay declared. He further added that he wouldn't tolerate any form of abusive language directed at them, while his remarks come at a time when political discourse has seen a rise in heated exchanges, and his statement serves as a clear boundary for both his supporters and his political opponents. He reiterated that the dignity of women is paramount and any violation of this principle would face severe consequences.

Allegations of Corruption Against DMK

The Chief Minister didn't hold back in his criticism of the opposition DMK, leveling serious allegations of corruption against the party and its leaders. Vijay specifically mentioned former minister Senthil Balaji and his associates, accusing them of running a systematic extortion racket. He alleged that they collected amounts ranging from 10 to 100 rupees from every TASMAC shop in the state. Referring to this group as the "Karur Gang," the Chief Minister stated that they carried out corruption in a well-planned and organized manner. He went on to claim that wherever the DMK is present, illegal activities and wrongdoings are bound to occur, suggesting a deep-rooted culture of corruption within the party's ranks.

Reference to the Sarkaria Commission Report

In a move to provide historical weight to his allegations, Chief Minister Vijay brought up the Sarkaria Commission report of 1988. He mentioned that the DMK had challenged him to open files related to three specific departments where he had previously alleged corruption during the DMK's tenure. In response, Vijay stated that before opening those files, he intended to read the Sarkaria Commission report, which was established to investigate corruption within the DMK government. He noted that the commission had alleged that the former Chief Minister Karunanidhi had misused his position while in office. This reference was intended to remind the house of the long-standing allegations of financial irregularities associated with the DMK leadership.

ED Allegations and Party Funds

The Chief Minister also cited recent findings by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to bolster his claims. He stated that the ED has alleged that the DMK engaged in corruption through party funds. According to Vijay, the ED report indicates that during the previous government, Chief Minister MK Stalin, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, and Minister Senthil Balaji had collected money under the guise of party funds, while this direct naming of the top DMK leadership intensified the atmosphere in the assembly. Plus, Vijay criticized a DMK leader who had reportedly said that people who don't vote for them should die. He pointed out that these are the same people who have been voting for the party for 50 years. He questioned the right of the DMK to remain a political party if they held such a mindset towards the electorate.

DMK Response: "Vijay is Acting Like He is in a Movie"

The DMK was quick to respond to the Chief Minister's allegations, with party leader RS Bharathi leading the rebuttal. Bharathi dismissed Vijay's performance in the assembly as a mere theatrical display intended to please his fans, similar to his roles in movies. He pointed out that Vijay wasn't even born when the Sarkaria Commission issues were first raised, noting that the complaint was filed in 1972. Bharathi emphasized that 54 years have passed since then and the public has long since moved on from those matters, as evidenced by the DMK being voted into power 4 times since that period. He accused the Chief Minister of trying to deceive the public and his audience with "cheap and irritable acting," stating that Tamil Nadu had never witnessed such a spectacle in its political history. The exchange highlights the growing friction between the Chief Minister and the DMK leadership, following a similar heated encounter between Vijay and Udhayanidhi Stalin just last week.