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Economic Times
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Economic Times
Governor RN Ravi indulging in cheaper politics than Opposition: MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has intensified his criticism of Governor RN Ravi, accusing him of engaging in petty politics and spreading unfounded rumors against the DMK government. Stalin highlighted the state's achievements and accused Ravi of disrespecting Tamil culture and obstructing legislation. He further asserted that Tamil Nadu leads in social indices, surpassing BJP-ruled states. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Sunday continued the war of words between the state government and governor RN Ravi by accusing him of indulging in more "cheap politics" than the Opposition and charged him with spreading baseless rumours against the DMK government "There is someone doing cheaper politics than them (the Opposition) - you know who it is. It is governor RN Ravi, appointed by the Union BJP government. You know what he does from the Raj Bhavan - spread rumours against the DMK government, against DMK. He will insult Dravidam, won't approve legislations, will disrespect Tamil Thaai Vazhthu (Tamil anthem) and maligns TN students," Stalin said in an address at a government event in Dharmapuri."Tamil Nadu is the top Indian state. We are not saying this, the Union BJP government's statistics stand as testament to this. Tamil Nadu is ahead of BJP-ruled states (in social indices). Unable to stand this, he is venting out his frustration in public fora," he listed welfare initiatives taken by his government and underscored how the state has been a torchbearer with such schemes.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Governor RN Ravi indulging in cheaper politics than Opposition: MK Stalin
Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin on Sunday continued the war of words between the state government and governor RN Ravi by accusing him of indulging in more "cheap politics" than the Opposition and charged him with spreading baseless rumours against the DMK government . Independence Day 2025 Modi signals new push for tech independence with local chips Before Trump, British used tariffs to kill Indian textile Bank of Azad Hind: When Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose gave India its own currency "There is someone doing cheaper politics than them (the Opposition) - you know who it is. It is governor RN Ravi, appointed by the Union BJP government. You know what he does from the Raj Bhavan - spread rumours against the DMK government, against DMK. He will insult Dravidam, won't approve legislations, will disrespect Tamil Thaai Vazhthu (Tamil anthem) and maligns TN students," Stalin said in an address at a government event in Dharmapuri. "Tamil Nadu is the top Indian state. We are not saying this, the Union BJP government's statistics stand as testament to this. Tamil Nadu is ahead of BJP-ruled states (in social indices). Unable to stand this, he is venting out his frustration in public fora," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Shooter Action MMO Crossout Play Now Undo He listed welfare initiatives taken by his government and underscored how the state has been a torchbearer with such schemes.
NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Tamil Nadu Governor Doing "Cheap Politics" Than Opposition, Says MK Stalin
Dharmapuri: Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday mounted a scathing attack on Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi, accusing him of doing "cheap politics" than the opposition and charged him with spreading canards against the ruling DMK and the party-led government. Listing out the various pro-people welfare initiatives of his government, he said Tamil Nadu has become a pioneer for the country in such schemes. The Dravidian model government is the one which shows direction to the country. "Some mischief mongers are unable to stand this and are making baseless allegations," he said. In his address at a government event here to mark the launch of social welfare initiatives, the CM said he was not concerned about what the opposition parties say, since "that is their politics." "There is someone doing cheaper politics than them, you know who it is. It is Governor R N Ravi, appointed by the Union BJP government. You know what he does from the Raj Bhavan--spread canards against the DMK government, against DMK. He will insult Dravidam, won't approve legislations (bills), will disrespect Tamil Thaai Vazhthu (Tamil anthem) and maligns TN students," the CM said. He charged Ravi with making unfounded allegations about TN education, law and order and women's safety, and "creating panic". "Tamil Nadu is the top Indian state. We are not saying this, Union BJP government's statistics stand as testament to this. Tamil Nadu is ahead of BJP-ruled states (in social indices). Unable to stand this, he (Ravi) is venting out his frustration in public fora," Stalin charged. The CM's sharp retort comes days after Ravi expressed concern over women's safety, drug abuse among youth in the state, among other issues, in his Independence Day address. Stalin claimed Tamil Nadu stood second in school education. Also, it was because law and order was maintained well in the state that it has attracted Rs 10 lakh crore worth investments in the last four years, he said. As regards women's safety, citing National Crime Records Bureau statistics of 2022, he claimed BJP-ruled Uttar Pradesh tops in crimes against women. Therefore, the governor should target BJP-ruled states, Stalin said. "The Union BJP government is carrying out its cheap politics through the Governor who is constantly functioning against Tamil, Tamil Nadu, its people and feelings," he charged. Stalin said Ravi should continue in Tamil Nadu "as it is good for us". "He is effectively ensuring that our fire for the language, race and ideology burns bright. Let him talk, I am not bothered." "I am only bothered about you, want to be truthful to you who have voted for us," he said. Pointing out the recently rolled out public outreach initiatives--"Ungaludan Stalin, Nalan Kakkum Stalin, Thayumanavar Scheme," he said there was no need for him to monitor these "since you, the beneficiaries, have become its ambassadors." Earlier, the CM inaugurated Rs 367.77 crore worth completed projects in the district, and laid the foundation stone for others to be taken up at an estimated Rs 512 crore. Outlining his party's commitment for the development of the district, he recalled the various initiatives launched by the DMK-led government in the past that includes the Hogenakkal integrated drinking water scheme that also benefits the neighbouring Krishnagiri. The SIPCOT Industrial Park was also inaugurated today and land allocation has been done to seven firms, Stalin said. Referring to his government's free bus travel scheme for women-- 'Vidiyal Payanam', he said the expenditure involved in it was being viewed as savings by women over the four years. Seeing its success, the initiative has been implemented in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh by the respective governments, Stalin said. Meanwhile, the CM launched a Cooperative department initiative to provide interest-free crop loans to farmers applying online. An official release said the government had earlier announced that the pilot scheme will be launched in Dharmapuri before expanding it across the state. The effort involves disbursing the loan the same day it is applied online.
New Indian Express
a day ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Governor R N Ravi doing 'cheaper politics' than opposition: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
DHARMAPURI: Chief Minister M K Stalin on Sunday mounted a scathing attack on Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi, accusing him of doing "cheap politics" than the opposition and charged him with spreading canards against the ruling DMK and the party-led government. Listing out the various pro-people welfare initiatives of his government, he said Tamil Nadu has become a pioneer for the country in such schemes. The Dravidian model government is the one which shows direction to the country. "Some mischief mongers are unable to stand this and are making baseless allegations," he said. In his address at a government event here to mark the launch of social welfare initiatives, the CM said he was not concerned about what the opposition parties say, since "that is their politics." "There is someone doing cheaper politics than them, you know who it is. It is Governor R N Ravi, appointed by the Union BJP government. You know what he does from the Raj Bhavan--spread canards against the DMK government, against DMK. He will insult Dravidam, won't approve legislations (bills), will disrespect Tamil Thaai Vazhthu (Tamil anthem) and maligns TN students," the CM said. He charged Ravi with making unfounded allegations about TN education, law and order and women's safety, and "creating panic."
Scroll.in
16-07-2025
- Politics
- Scroll.in
Why climbing a fence in Kashmir might not be enough for Omar Abdullah to keep his promises
On Monday morning, followed by cameras, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah scaled the iron fence of a shrine in Srinagar's old city. In defiance of the Lieutenant Governor's orders, Abdullah made his way to the Khwaja Naqshband Sahib shrine to pray at the graves of 22 Kashmiri Muslim protesters shot dead on July 13, 1931, by the forces of Dogra ruler Maharaja Hari Singh. Just a day before, the Lieutenant Governor had put the entire Kashmiri mainstream leadership, including its legislators, under house arrest to prevent them going to the shrine to mark the anniversary of the July 13 'martyrdom'. As videos of a policeman grabbing Abdullah and trying to stop him from reaching the graves spread across social media, Opposition politicians across the country reacted sharply. 'Is this how an elected Chief Minister should be treated?' Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu M K Stalin said in a post on social media platform X. 'This is not just about one state or one leader. From Tamil Nadu to Kashmir, the Union BJP Government is systematically stripping away the rights of elected State Governments.' Abdullah's act struck a rare note of defiance and dissent against the Centre in a political set-up where the New Delhi-appointed Lieutenant Governor enjoys an overwhelming control on the administration. It underlined to the wider Indian public the powerlessness of a sitting chief minister in Jammu and Kashmir. 'The kind of traction and media interest it generated was significant,' Sheikh Showkat Hussain, a former professor of law at Kashmir University said. 'From Akhilesh Yadav to the Tamil Nadu chief minister, many opposition leaders in India sympathised and showed their support to Abdullah.' But in Kashmir, the symbolism might not be enough, observers told Scroll. They pointed out a growing apprehension that the chief minister has not done enough to challenge the writ of the Lieutenant Governor administration – whether on Jammu and Kashmir's reservation policy or the question of political prisoners languishing in jails outside the union territory. 'Leave aside the basic issue of reversing the August 5, 2019 decisions, the Omar Abdullah government has avoided addressing critical issues like release of political prisoners, the arbitrary detention of youth, dismissal of employees from government services by the LG administration…' a political science scholar in Srinagar, who declined to be identified, said. Paid my respects & offered Fatiha at the graves of the martyrs of 13th July 1931. The unelected government tried to block my way forcing me to walk from Nawhatta chowk. They blocked the gate to Naqshband Sb shrine forcing me to scale a wall. They tried to physically grapple me… — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) July 14, 2025 The Martyrs' Day promise A landmark event in the modern history of Jammu and Kashmir and the movement against the rule of the Dogras, July 13 was officially celebrated as 'Martyrs Day' for decades. That changed in 2019, when the Narendra Modi government scrapped Jammu and Kashmir's special status and split it into two union territories. During the 2024 assembly elections, the first after the erstwhile state was split into two union territories, the National Conference had promised to restore the gazette holiday on July 13. However, in December, a month after the National Conference government was elected, the Lieutenant Governor administration excluded the day from the official list of holidays. The National Conference formally wrote to the Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha about restoring July 13 as a public holiday, but the latter has shown no urgency to heed to the request. 'He should represent Kashmiri interests' In the nine months it has been in power, the Omar Abdullah government has taken few substantive decisions that could push into a path of confrontation with New Delhi. It has changed the academic calendar in schools, relaxed the upper age limit for open merit candidates appearing for combined competitive examinations of the union territory and announced free travel for women on government buses. That pales in comparison to the promises made by the party manifesto, from the restoration of special status and statehood, jobs and scrapping the Union territory's stringent preventive detention law. Few Kashmiris doubt the powerlessness of the chief minister in a union territory set-up, but it's Abdullah's attitude towards the Centre that has antagonised the public, critics pointed out. In January, during a tunnel inauguration event in Kashmir, Abdullah had showered praises on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for delivering on his promise of holding Assembly elections in the union territory. 'My heart believes that you will make this happen', a gushing Abdullah had told Modi about the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. To many in Kashmir Valley, Abdullah's behaviour had come as a shock. 'Frankly speaking, nobody is expecting him to fight against Delhi and sit on a hunger strike,' said Kaiser Ahmad, a resident of Ganderbal, one of the two assembly segments from which Abdullah won elections last year. 'But he should represent Kashmiri interests before Delhi, not Delhi's before Kashmiris…He should not act like a slave before Modi and Shah.' 'We feel cheated' For months now, the Omar Abdullah government has been facing the ire of youngsters for sitting on its promise of rationalising the reservation policy. In March last year, the Lieutenant Governor administration had increased reservation for Scheduled Tribes to 20% from 10%. Those who benefitted from this step included the million-strong Pahari speaking community of Jammu and Kashmir, who populate most of the Pir Panjal region of Jammu. But in changing the policy, the share of seats open to the general category was reduced to 40%. In Jammu and Kashmir, the general category accounts for 69 % of the population, according to the 2011 census. This includes those who do not fall in Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and groups classified as Other Backward Classes. The new policy drew massive protests from the general category students, who said the policy violated the Supreme Court's 50 % cap on reservation. Ahead of the 2024 assembly elections, the National Conference had promised that the new reservation policy 'will be reviewed and any injustice and imbalance will be corrected.' One of the many who had believed in that promise was 21-year-old Subiya Mehraj, a National Eligibility Entrance Test aspirant from Kashmir. 'This was the first time I voted. Not only did I vote for the National Conference, I campaigned for the party within my family and friends. I thought they were serious about undoing the injustice done to Open Merit students,' shared Mehraj. More than half a year after she cast her vote, Mehraj is livid. 'I feel cheated. First, the government said to wait for six months for the committee [on reservation] to submit its report. Once that report was submitted, they said it has been submitted to the law department and there's no time frame when they are going to send it back.' Mehraj added: 'It looks like it's just a mere slogan for them to woo voters. But they don't realise it's about the future of lakhs of youth.' Under pressure It is not only Opposition leaders or people who have criticised Abdullah's non-confrontationist form of governance. His own party colleague and Member of Parliament from Srinagar, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, has been a vocal critic of the way his party's government has been functioning. 'At times, I feel that the promises that we made during the elections in terms of political agenda – forget local governance – we seem to be… not saying that we are… putting that on the backburner,' Ruhullah told The Indian Express in an interview recently. The growing criticism of Abdullah's government in addressing key issues that resonate with the people may have played a role in the chief minister's conduct on Monday, a second political observer told Scroll. 'There is pressure from society,' agreed Hussain, the former professor of law at Kashmir University.
