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The Hindu
19 hours ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Opposition must unite to dismantle DMK government: Nainar Nagendran
All Opposition parties in the State, including actor Vijay's party, must come together to remove the DMK government, citing deteriorating law and order, rising drug use among students, and financial burdens on citizens, said Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagendran. 'Property tax rates and electricity charges have become unbearable. All Opposition parties must unite to dislodge the DMK government,' he said while meeting with the media persons here on Wednesday. Mr. Nagendran also clarified that the BJP does not interfere in the internal affairs of any political party. Responding to allegations of BJP involvement in the recent internal rift within the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), he said, 'Not just the PMK, the BJP will not intervene in the internal matters of any party.' On the status of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu, he said both O. Panneerselvam and T.T.V. Dhinakaran are already part of the alliance. 'I believe all NDA constituents will work together with former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami, who is also part of the alliance,' he said. On the ongoing sexual harassment case involving a student of Anna University, Mr. Nagendran said, 'The public is still asking, 'Who is that sir?' The police have not conducted a proper investigation. While I will not comment on the court's verdict, the Chief Minister must clarify the issue and respond to public concerns.' When asked about Congress State president K. Selvaperunthagai's statement suggesting that PMK and DMDK should join the DMK-led alliance, Mr. Nagendran dismissed it as a personal opinion. 'There are still 10 months left for the elections. We will consider talks regarding PMK and DMDK joining the NDA,' he said. On actor Kamal Haasan's recent remarks about the origin of the Kannada language, Mr. Nagendran said, 'If he had spoken only about Tamil, everyone would have supported him. But linking it to other languages is unacceptable.' He also announced that around five lakh devotees are expected to attend the Murugan Devotees' Conference in Madurai on June 22. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Madurai on June 8 to meet BJP functionaries, he added.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Nainar slams Kamal for going back on his stand against dynastic politics
Coimbatore: BJP state president Nainar Nagendran has criticised Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) leader and actor Kamal Haasan for going back on his stand against dynastic politics after accepting a Rajya Sabha seat from DMK. Speaking to reporters at the Coimbatore International Airport on Sunday, Nagendran said Kamal Haasan, who initially opposed dynastic politics, now supports it, contradicting his earlier stance. When asked about the Panthalkudi canal in Madurai covered with cloth, Nagendran said that under the 'Dravidian model' govt, the chief minister remains unaware of what is happening in the state because officials are hiding facts. He added that the canal should have been cleaned beforehand rather than concealed. Nagendran also alleged that electricity charges in Tamil Nadu had increased significantly and called for a review. He accused the state govt of failing to implement Central govt schemes and doing little for the people, while hiding schemes introduced by the Centre. Responding to a question on actor and TVK president Vijay's recent remark that "boxes will go from house to house in 2026," Nagendran said the statement rings true.
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Assembly polls will end sufferings of people under DMK regime: Nainar Nagendran
State Bharatiya Janata Party president Nainar Nagendran said he could comment on the issue of the Enforcement Directorate probe into irregularities in Tasmac only after the final outcome of a case filed in the Supreme Court. Mr. Nagendran was here to offer prayer at the Andal Temple, along with Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan, on Thursday. Talking to reporters, Mr. Nagendran said the Apex Court had given only an interim stay on the issue. The final judgement would come only when the court reopened after summer vacation, he added. Asked about the Tamil Nadu Government taking legal recourse over the Union Government denying ₹2,000 crore for the State under Samagra Shiksha Scheme, he said the DMK had not kept its poll promises. 'Even the ₹1,000 monthly assistance to women, promised during the 2021 Assembly elections, was given only on the eve of Lok Sabha polls to garner votes. The DMK was not for the welfare of the people but only for votes,' he said. The ensuing Assembly election would put an end to the increasing burden on the common man by way of increasing property tax, electricity tariff and milk price, he said. When his attention was drawn to Chief Minister M.K. Stalin claiming that the AIADMK had rejoined the BJP only out of fear of raids by the Central agencies, Mr. Nagendran said the AIADMK had no reason to fear any such raids.
The Hindu
17-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Operation Sindoor sent a tough message to Pakistan, says Nainar Nagendran in Hosur
'If Kargil War uttered the name of Vajpayee, Operation Sindoor declared the name of Narendra Modi,' said BJP State president Nainar Nagendran at the tricolour rally commemorating Operation Sindoor in Hosur on Saturday. The BJP's tricolour rally to commemorate Operation Sindoor commenced under pounding rains with Mr. Nagendran leading hundreds of party cadre through the streets of Hosur. Speaking at the event, Mr. Nagendran said, 'The war sent a tough message to Pakistan and that message was delivered by women armed personnel.' Former State president of the Party K. Annamalai said, the Pahalgam attacks were deliberately carried out to foment enmity between Hindus and Muslims of the country. But that was foiled as Indians stood united and as one behind Prime Minister Modi. According to him, while India's attacks were targeted at enemy sites without causing casualties of innocent Pakistani civilians, Pakistan retaliated aimed at Indian people. But India stood as one behind our armed forces and emerged tall, said. He also lauded the huge turnout undeterred by the pounding rains.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Crime up 52% in TN, govt must take responsibility: Nainar Nagendran
Trichy: BJP state president Nainar Nagendran on Thursday accused the DMK government of failing to control crime in Tamil Nadu, claiming the crime rate has risen by over 50% in the past year. Speaking to reporters in Trichy before leading a 'Tiranga Rally', Nagendran said, "Crimes including murder, robbery, and sexual assault driven by alcoholism are on the rise. The overall crime rate has increased by 52% compared to last year." He said the DMK government has yet to act decisively to address the situation. Welcoming the court's verdict in the Pollachi sexual assault case, he said justice had been served. In the evening, Nagendran led a Tiranga Rally from the railway junction to Major Saravanan roundabout—the second such rally after one held in Chennai on Wednesday in support of the armed forces. Later, he warned of escalating tensions with Pakistan, stating, "If these attacks continue, Pakistan may no longer exist on the world map. The ceasefire was agreed to only because Pakistan requested it." He criticised anti-national comments being circulated on social media and accused the Tamil Nadu chief minister, M K Stalin, of inaction. Echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he added, "Water and blood are not the same, and no war is stopped for anyone."
