Modi Targets DMK Corruption First Copyright in Tamil Nadu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) during a rally in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, accusing the party of holding the “first copyright in corruption“. The Prime Minister, who has been campaigning aggressively in the state, claimed that the youth of Tamil Nadu were being held back by the DMK’s family politics. This article highlights the highlights of PM Modi’s attack on the DMK and examines the political scenario in Tamil Nadu ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
DMK accused of corruption and nepotism politics
During his rally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the DMK of being a family company and claimed that they have the “first copyright on corruption”. He further said that DMK’s family politics is stopping the youth of Tamil Nadu from moving forward. According to PM Modi, DMK divides people on the basis of language, region and faith, but once people understand their agenda, their strategy will not work.
PM strongly criticizes DMK’s election contesting norms
PM Modi highlighted three main criteria for contesting elections within the DMK: family politics, corruption and anti-Tamil culture. He stressed that DMK’s focus on these criteria is detrimental to the progress of Tamil Nadu and its youth. The Prime Minister further alleged that DMK has kept Tamil Nadu trapped in old thinking and politics.
BJP’s campaign and NDA’s support in Tamil Nadu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is actively campaigning in Tamil Nadu. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the DMK-led opposition alliance won 38 out of 39 seats in the state. However, the BJP is contesting 23 seats this time in alliance with nine other allies, including Pattali Makkal Katchi, Tamil Nadu Congress and Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMU).
Counterattack on PM Modi’s allegations
Chief Minister M.K. DMK leader Stalin started his campaign with a sharp attack on PM Modi over electoral bonds and corruption. Stalin hit back at PM Modi’s allegations and said that the BJP leader has no right to speak about corruption. He raised questions on PM Modi’s claim of giving a corruption-free government, while his government itself is being accused of corruption.
Allegations of scams and irregularities
Stalin mentioned various alleged scams and irregularities during his speech. He claimed that people were raided by enforcement agencies for purchasing electoral bonds for the BJP, resulting in recovery of over Rs 8,000 crore. Stalin also referred to the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report which had exposed irregularities and corruption in projects like Bharatmala, Dwarka Expressway, HAL aircraft design, highway toll collection, Ayushman Bharat and the Rafale deal.
BJP’s alleged counter attitude
Stalin accused the BJP of being “blatantly vindictive” and using investigating agencies and the governor to intimidate the state government. He described the arrest of opposition leaders including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal as an example of BJP’s fear of defeat. Stalin highlighted the BJP’s alleged failure to do anything for Tamil Nadu and accused the party of exploiting the people instead.
DMK’s alliance with AIADMK and BJP’s intentions
Stalin criticized the AIADMK for its “secret alliance” with the BJP, which he claimed had supported all the BJP’s betrayals. He accused the AIADMK of playing drama to hide its misdeeds after acting as a “palanquin bearer” for the BJP. Stalin predicted the end of AIADMK’s drama and the fall of BJP’s fascist intentions.
Mobilization of people against the center
Stalin declared that the BJP-led Center is scared of the opposition parties coming together under the India Bloc and the mobilization of people against the Centre. He expressed confidence that the India Bloc will expose the misdeeds of the Center if it comes to power.
Tamil Nadu’s share in tax revenue
The Chief Minister highlighted the disparity in Tamil Nadu’s share in tax revenue. He claimed that Tamil Nadu gets only 29 paise for every rupee collected as tax from the state. Stalin specifically referred to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s remarks in which she belittled the help given to people by equating it with alms and asserted that such arrogance would lead to the downfall of the BJP. will form.
conclusion
The political atmosphere of Tamil Nadu has heated up due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s attack on DMK before the Lok Sabha elections. Allegations of corruption, family politics and anti-Tamil culture have become major talking points in the campaign. On the other hand, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has responded to PM Modi’s allegations by highlighting alleged scams, irregularities and the vindictive approach of the BJP. As the elections unfold, it remains to be seen how these political dynamics will shape the future of Tamil Nadu.
