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Major Shaitan Singh PVC – The Man In Half Light; Young Author Jai Samota’s Ode To Major Shaitan Singh’s Timeless Heroism

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The Commune
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In the tranquil town of Barisadri, Jai Samota, a budding author, pens the mesmerising tale of Major Shaitan Singh, PVC, in his only complete biography. This work transcends mere history, encapsulating the essence of a hero’s life marked by unyielding courage and selfless sacrifice. Samota’s artistry doesn’t just chronicle battlefield exploits but delves into the layers of Major Shaitan Singh’s character—a naughty child, a devoted family man, and an icon who rose above the tumult of war with grace. Samota crafts a harmonious revelation with unwavering dedication, inviting readers to explore love, camaraderie, and the enduring impact of one remarkable life. 

The Commune delved into the world of this giant, ably guided by the eloquent wordsmith, unravelling the intricacies of the journey of discovery. Read on … 

The Commune: Can you tell us about yourself and your background?

Jai Samota (JS): I reside in Barisadri, a town in Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh district. My upbringing was peaceful, and I attended school in the same place through the tenth grade. I relocated to Bhilwara in 2015 for my senior school education, attending Sangam School of Excellence. The academic setting indirectly sparked my creativity, which allowed me to explore more of myself. To complete my graduation and post-graduation, I relocated to Udaipur in 2017. In my college years, I worked on two books: the one we are currently talking about and the other is a biographical and poetic book on twenty-one Paramvir Chakra awardees. A poem I wrote named Paramvir, which everyone appreciated, marked the beginning of my writing career. I discovered the story of Major Shaitan Singh, PVC, during my poetry writing, and after I lost a college competition where I had told his story, I began searching for more information about him. 

The Commune: You’re a relatively young author, and taking on the biography of Major Shaitan Singh is quite an ambitious project. Your bio reads, “I found Major Shaitan Singh”. How did you come across Major Shaitan Singh’s story, and what motivated you to delve into his life and military career?

JS: As a budding writer and biographer, I faced a variety of challenges. Individuals frequently inquired about my age, assuming I was merely passing the time, and some weren’t interested in entertaining me. People were reluctant to tell their stories. Some even questioned my choice of such a “dated” subject. Locating the individuals and their contacts connected to Major Shaitan Singh was one of the most challenging tasks. A few weeks ago, my bio said “Finding Major Shaitan Singh, PVC,” but I altered it to “I found Major Shaitan Singh, PVC” when I unveiled the cover of my book because it is the first-ever biography of Major Shaitan Singh, PVC as nobody has written or researched this much on the life of the legend.

The Commune: What kind of research did you undertake for the biography, and how did you approach gathering information about Major Shaitan Singh?

JS: I primarily relied on field research as a researcher. To find out the stories, I made an effort to visit everyone and everywhere, spending a lot of time poring over old records. I went widely and toured eight states while conducting my research. I have created the story based on my familiarity with the area, having visited Rezang La, Chushul, Ladakh.

The Commune: Can you share any challenges you faced while writing the biography and how you overcame them?

JS: There were moments when I could not connect between various chapters and stories because there were large gaps, and only parts of the stories were presented. I’ve always had a persistent mindset. Thus, I never stopped looking for persons and documents. Given how old the subject is, it wasn’t easy to locate accurate accounts and data.

The Commune: Were there any surprising discoveries or aspects of Major Shaitan Singh’s life that you found particularly intriguing during your research? Beyond the strategic elements, do you delve into the human side of Major Shaitan Singh’s character in the book?

JS: The most unexpected finding I made during my research was about Major Shaitan Singh, PVC’s personality. He was just the antithesis of how he seemed to me at first. As an aside, he had a different name when he was younger; my book tells the story of the incident. He was once a mischievous child but completely changed after being given the name Shaitan! Another thing was he never wanted to join the military, and later on, he became one of the biggest icons of the Indian Military.

The Commune: What, in your opinion, were the defining qualities of Major Shaitan Singh as a military leader and as an individual? Are there any specific anecdotes or incidents from Major Shaitan Singh’s life that you believe truly showcase his character and dedication to duty?

JS: As a person, Major Shaitan Singh was incredibly composed, kind, and down to earth. Like his own family, he cherished his soldiers. He cared about everyone. He was also an amazing family man. During my interviews with his former subordinates, I discovered that he never once raised his voice or flaunted his rank by mentioning that he was a Captain or Major. During training or field operations, he consistently gave them gentle treatment. It demonstrates his compassionate nature, which inspired his soldiers to believe in him and put up such a valiant fight.

The Commune: How has Major Shaitan Singh’s story resonated with readers and the public, and what kind of impact do you hope the biography will have?

JS: Readers will discover the identity of the man who led the battle of Rezang La with the aid of this biography. I’ve tried to consider his life as well rather than just the battle. One will encounter all of Major’s characteristics and experiences while reading, and they will discover how a composed individual can do the seemingly impossible.

The Commune: As the author, what aspects of Major Shaitan Singh’s life left a lasting impression on you, and how did writing this biography affect you personally?

JS: The life of Major Shaitan Singh, PVC, has profoundly influenced me as the author of this biography. I researched for this book for four years. I travelled a great deal and met many individuals. A few of the elderly persons I spoke with for this research had passed away before the book was published; these were particularly heartbreaking to me. Emotional ties to the character and book have become stronger over time. The life story was never fully explored, and as a youngster, I encountered a completely different generation that was present for the most significant events in contemporary India. It advances both my personal development and my knowledge of military history. More precisely, this research fundamentally altered who I am as a person.

The Commune: If there’s one key takeaway or lesson from Major Shaitan Singh’s life that you think would particularly resonate with your readers, what would it be, and how do you hope it will impact young readers?

JS: I’ll end by quoting Shakespeare to share one takeaway from Major Shaitan Singh’s life: Love All, Trust Some, Hate None. It so happened that he had written the identical phrase on one of his old pictures. Young readers of this biography should emphasise the need to keep moving since life is unpredictable.

The Commune: Beyond the military context, how does Major Shaitan Singh’s life offer insights for young people grappling with questions of courage, sacrifice, and duty in today’s society?

JS: Living Major’s life takes more than bravery and selflessness. It’s also about camaraderie, learning, and cooperation. For young readers, there is one thing in particular that they should learn: every life experience and lesson is valuable. They will assist you at some time in your life.

Images in this interview article were provided by Jai Samota. The book is available for purchase on Amazon.

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‘If Fat Increases, It Will Be Good Only😂”: DMK Min Mano Thangaraj Tells Woman Journalist, Later Says He Didn’t Mean “That Fat”

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The Commune
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DMK Minister Mano Thangaraj, who holds the portfolio of dairy development, has of late found himself mired in one controversy after another. He been facing the ire of Tamil Nadu Opposition parties and the common people due to the non-availability of Aavin milk in the aftermath of the recent floods that deluged Chennai due to cyclone Michaung. Prior to that, he was being lambasted over the discontinuance of Aavin Standardised milk (Green Magic) which has a higher fat content of 4.5% than the new Delight packet (3.5% fat) that is to replace the former.

Against this backdrop, DMK Minister Mano Thangaraj gave an interview to Thanthi TV anchored by the well-known journalist Ashoka Varshini.

When she asks about why the Aavin green packets were stopped, the DMK Minister says “What is your problem in that?”

“For instance, I buy green packets sir. It is good sir. Why are you stopping it is my question” says Ashoka Varshini to which the DMK Minister jokingly says “If fat increases, it will be good only😂” and goes on to laugh.

A visible agitated Ashoka Varshini then says “It is my wish sir. I will consume 4.5% fat or 3% fat. You can’t decide that. What sort of a comment is – ‘if fat increases, it will be good only’. I don’t understand.“.

Realizing that his comment did not land well, the DMK Minister goes on to clarify “I didn’t mean that fat. I meant the real fat.“.

“If you add fat in your food, it will be tasty. I am the Minister of Dairy Development. Don’t I have the right to tell my people which is good?“, the DMK Minister says and goes on to claim that cow’s milk on an average contains 3.5% which is what people prefer and that the they do not want extra fat added milk.

This distasteful innuendo of the DMK Minister has once again landed him in soup with many on social media calling it sexist and perverted.

The interview was aired on 10 December 2023 but none of the so-called feminists and champions of women have come forward to condemn the DMK Minister’s comments.

Netizens Lambast DMK Minister Mano Thangaraj

“Is this how a Minister speaks? What qualification does he have to continue as a Minister?” wrote political commentator Krishna Kumar Murugan.

Another netizen wrote called the DMK Minister’s comments  “heights of indecency”.

 

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BJP TN’s SG Suryah Provides Relief To Flood-Affected Narikuravar Community In South Chennai

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The Commune
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BJP Tamil Nadu State Secretary Dr. SG Suryah has been undertaking various relief works ever since Cyclone Michaung struck Chennai in the first week of December 2023.

An MP aspirant wishing to contest from the South Chennai constituency for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Suryah has converted his home in Thiruvanmiyur virtually into a relief camp coordinating and distributing relief materials along with RSS’ Sevabharathi organization.

A team of volunteers from the BJP and RSS’s Sevabharathi established kitchens at various locations, often utilizing temple facilities in the vicinity. In some places, the BJP leader established ‘Modi Kitchens’ to provide food to those whose home were inundated and were suffering without essentials.

As part of his relief efforts, Suryah is focusing on areas where the DMK government has failed to reach.

On 14 December 2023, Suryah along with volunteers from RSS’ Sevabharathi distributed food kits and other household articles in the Narikuravar colony of Thiruvanmiyur.

There are around 84 households in the colony which is home to close to a 100 people. Most of the households were completely or partially damaged due to the flood waters which inundated the colony. They had to stay put at a Corporation school for a few days until the waters receded.

The residents complained to Dr. Suryah that they don’t have a stormwater drain or sewage drain which could’ve prevented flooding.

Suryah assured them that he will take up their concerns with the respective authorities and ensure that their grievances are addressed.

The toilets that have been constructed for them by the government are unusable and have been turned into a store room to stuff unwanted materials.

Suryah told The Commune that they come to know of their pitiable condition when he visited the colony a few days back to provide food packets.

In order to provide them with immediate relief, Suryah provided them with a food kit (10 kg rice, dal, rava, oil, sugar, jaggery) along with vessels, sleeping mats and other household articles.

https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1735339641866469777

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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor Participates In Evangelical Pastors Sabha; Endorses Their ‘Preaching’ And ‘Faith-Healing’ Practices

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The Commune
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On 12 December 2023, Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament, inaugurated and addressed the 18th Sangaman of Kerala’s Evangelical Pastors’ Sabha, led by Pastor Kumarapuram Suresh Kumar from Tharoor’s own constituency. Speaking passionately, Tharoor emphasised the fundamental right of every Indian to practice their faith and underscored the constitutional guarantees of freedom in worship, expression, assembly, and the propagation of faith.

Tharoor highlighted the diverse ways of worship in India and “reemphasised” the vital role of public service as a “key aspect” of churches’ responsibilities to their communities. Acknowledging the growing evangelical movement in South India, he wrote, “The evangelical movement is growing in south India and inevitably facing some resistance from older, established ways of worship. But they have every right to offer solace to troubled souls through their admixture of music, sermons and faith-healing. #InclusiveIndia”.

However, Tharoor’s engagement with the Evangelical Pastors’ Sabha drew criticism from some quarters, particularly amid the backdrop of heightened missionary activity in India. 

The Congress MP also justified their predatory proselytization saying “The evangelical movement is growing in south India and inevitably facing some resistance from older, established ways of worship.”

Christian evangelists often mock and abuse Hindus and Hindu Gods as part of their “preaching”.

He also endorsed their modus operandi of faith healing saying “They have every right to offer solace to troubled souls through their admixture of music, sermons and faith-healing.”

Evangelical Christian Missionaries indulge in faith healing which is not just anti-scientific but is also dangerous and anti-human as it preys on poor people’s sickness in a bid to convert them.

Critics also questioned whether Tharoor had done enough for Hindus, pointing to his response to the challenges faced by Hindu pilgrims at Sabarimala.

Addressing the Sabarimala pilgrimage issues, Tharoor’s response was characterised as minimal and seemingly restricted to social media, as he tweeted, “The gross mismanagement of the Sabarimala pilgrimage by the LDF government in Kerala has been sadly under-reported in the national news media.” 

He went on to criticise the government’s handling of the pilgrimage, citing failures in management, police deployment, transportation, and healthcare support. Tharoor labelled the situation as “incompetence, neglect, and callousness” by the government, expressing the sentiment that if the events had occurred closer to Delhi, they would have been deemed a national disgrace. Ironically, despite the state being ruled by the I.N.D.I. ally CPIM, Tharoor does not seem inclined to engage in discussions with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to address and alleviate the situation.

It is noteworthy that in 2018, he mocked the traditions of the northeast of our country, calling their headgear outlandish. 

Tharoor’s actions such as participating in events conducted by pastors only lead observers and the public to infer that he holds a sympathetic stance toward missionaries.

 

TN BJP Chief Annamalai Slams DMK Transport Min Over Highway Restaurant Licence Cancellation

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The Commune
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In October 2023, the allegations of corruption within the State Transport Department came to light after political commentator Savukku Shankar filed a complaint with the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption.

The complaint centred around DMK Transport Minister SS Sivasankar and his aide’s alleged involvement in the operation of highway restaurants that cater to Tamil Nadu’s Transport Corporation buses. 

As of 12 December 2023, two such highway restaurants’ licenses have been revoked citing non-payment of parking fees.

Condemning the lack of action, Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party Chief, K Annamalai posted on his X handle slamming the DMK government over allegations of corruption.

He wrote, “As the agreement which was supposed to be held last September regarding the stopping of government buses at the restaurants located on the highways across Tamil Nadu, has not been done till today, the highway restaurant operators who have invested heavily have been greatly affected. It is learned that the Tamil Nadu Transport Minister and his assistants have collected bribes from many restaurant owners and stopped these contracts from being executed to facilitate the parking of buses only at their restaurants. Through this, the people who have been running restaurants on the highways for so many years and the related workers have lost their livelihood. After repeatedly contacting the minister and authorities, but there was no action, the restaurant owners raised this issue among the people through a journalist. Enraged by this, Transport Minister Sivashankar cancelled the licences of those restaurants. The licences of two restaurants have been cancelled so far.

He further added “This decision of the minister, who has not taken action against the assistants who took bribes and the officials who delayed the execution of the contract, but who lost their livelihood and brought problems among the people, this decision of the minister, ‘If the minister and others make mistakes, they should be ignored, if they say them in public, action should be taken against those who complained. ‘We will deprive them of their livelihood’ seems to be a warning to everyone. How many more peoples’ livelihoods has Minister Sivashankar, who is already drowning in Rs 2,000 crore corruption, decided to deprive of? It would be good if the minister realises that many of the ministers arrogant with their power have been put in their place today.”

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“Dog Who Sells Liquor, If You’re A Man…”: Video Of ADMK’s C Ve Shanmugam Slamming DMK Min TRB Rajaa Goes Viral

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The Commune
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In an undated video that is making the rounds of the internet, Rajya Sabha MP and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader C Ve Shanmugam is seen warning Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam IT Wing head and DMK minister for Industries, TRB Rajaa over his language.

In the video, Shanmugam says, “A DMK Minister had shared on his social media handle, “If you criticise our leader, we will throw you down and trample upon/thrash you.” Who is it, TR Baalu’s son TRB Rajaa, a minister. He will speak like that only. He is involved in liquor manufacture. How will such a person be? How will a rural person who makes liquor be? What will he do? This one will make for 50 people in the village, while the other manufactures liquor for 5 crore people. That dog who sells liquor is saying all this, how dare you look at us and say that if we criticise your leader, you will throw us and trample upon/thrash us? If you are a man, TRB Rajaa, if you are a man, say the same thing as a speech on a platform. Sitting in an AC room, don’t think you can get away with posting something on Facebook. If you are a man, say the same thing on a dias. If you criticise our leader, we will throw you down and trample upon you people, say this on the platform and let us see if you go home. Is this why you all cast your vote? A minister says he will beat you up and trample you and the Chief Minister is a mute spectator to all this.”

https://twitter.com/U2BrutusOffl/status/1735237961195848187

Back in 2022, TRB Rajaa put out a tweet threatening to thrash anyone who criticised his leader MK Stalin. “Tell your opinion. Tell an opposing opinion. You can even debate that we’re saying are lies. You will get a civilized response. But you all don’t have any right/qualification to criticize my leader. If you do, we will hit you, even if he is your dad. Sorry.. we will thrash you.”

DMK MLA T.R.B. Rajaa’s deleted tweet

An elected representative, in charge of the IT Wing making such a post raised eyebrows from all sections of the public, including the party’s sympathisers, prompting him to later delete the post. 

Afterward, he tweeted, admitting he got carried away and felt overwhelmed by the trolling. Despite this, he posted the same message again, but this time he rephrased the problematic part from his earlier tweet. TRB Rajaa wrote, “Tell your opinion. Tell an opposing opinion. You can even debate that we’re saying are lies. You will get a civilized response. But whoever criticizes our leader fabricating lies and slander will be given retaliation in their own language.”

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“Never Thought We Would Receive So Many Threats And Torture”: Salem Modern Theatre’s Family Over Karunanidhi Statue Erection At Their Land Following Stalin’s Selfie

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The Commune
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The controversy around the erection of late Chief Minister Karunanidhi’s statue at Salem Modern Theatres is gaining momentum. 

Earlier in February 2023, DMK president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin took a selfie before the arch when he came for a government meeting. Chief Minister Stalin’s “fond memories” of the location, shared on social media during his visit, prompted him to initiate discussions with Modern Theatres family who claim ownership of the land.

The victim, Modern Theatres’ family, states that they have not decided on installing the statue. They accuse District Collector Karmegam and government officials of undertaking “anarchic activities” without their approval. The family is calling for urgent intervention by the Chief Minister to protect their rights, highlighting the ongoing discussions regarding the installation of the Karunanidhi statue.

Speaking to the media, Vijay Varman said, “On 15 February 2023, our TN Chief Minister took a selfie, you may have seen it. It was evening, around 530pm, he took the selfie. That night at around 11.30 PM, the district collector sent me a message on WhatsApp, which said “Hi, CM wants to meet you.” We met the CM. He asked me if I was ready to give away the land. I replied to him saying, I have to discuss it with my family and let you know. He asked me if I had any interest in the design of the arch. The District Collector called me home. Only at that time he clearly told me that they had an idea of erecting the statue of Karunanidhi on the interface of the arch.”

When asked if he had any idea about the purpose of the statue, he said, “The collector openly told me that they wanted to erect Karunanidhi’s statue there.”

He added, “On 1 December 2023, officials from the revenue department, corporation, Highways dept, all together came and surveyed the premises and locked the gates and left. The next day, they opened the gates and without my permission, the Highways department started demolishing. I never thought that this would escalate into such a big problem and receive so many threats and torture.”

In light of this standoff between owners of Modern Theatre and DMK, the hashtag #செல்பி_எடு_ஆட்டைய_போடு (Take Selfie, Grab It) is trending on social media.

Established by T.R. Sundaram in 1935, Modern Theatres stands prominently on the road from Salem to Yercaud, holding the title of South India’s inaugural major cinema establishment. The Modern Theatres Cinema Company, with a legacy spanning over 150 films in languages like Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, and more, is particularly notable for producing the first-ever colour film.

Playing a pivotal role in the careers of influential personalities such as former Chief Ministers Karunanidhi and MGR, along with actor Shivaji Ganesan, Modern Theatres has left an indelible mark on Tamil cinema. The studio’s impact is undeniable, serving as a crucial juncture in the trajectories of these prominent leaders.

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TN BJP’s SG Suryah Says Only Those Who Are Affiliated To DMK Are Being Given Govt Relief Material

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The Commune
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Accusations have emerged regarding the Tamil Nadu government’s flood relief materials allegedly being distributed selectively to individuals affiliated with the ruling DMK party in South Chennai.

The controversy has drawn sharp criticism from the State Secretary of the Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), SG Suryah, who vehemently condemned the reported bias.

In a press statement, SG Suryah expressed deep concern over the alleged discriminatory distribution of essential supplies meant for flood-affected residents.

In his statement he stated, “Heavy rainfall since 4 December 2023, has inundated Tamil Nadu, particularly Chennai, owing to the Michaung cyclone. Residents, grappling with flooding and water stagnation on Chennai streets, are openly questioning the efficacy of the DMK government in addressing the crisis, exacerbated by the allocation of ₹4000 crore. The dire situation has left people without drinking water, electricity, and food, reminiscent of the famine periods in the pre-independence era.

He said that in the OMR region of South Chennai, specifically between Okkiyamedu and Buckingham Canal in the 198th ward, Karapakkam, more than 3200 houses of the nearly 7000 houses have been adversely affected by the prolonged floods, with water taking nearly four days to recede.

“BJP Ward Councillor Leo Sundaram, representing the affected area, has raised serious concerns about the distribution of flood relief materials. Sundaram alleges that relief items were exclusively provided to DMK supporters, highlighting a significant disparity in assistance. Sundaram stated, “Officers intended to distribute relief materials through me, but DMK supporters intervened, securing the supplies for those aligned with their party. When questioned, officers provided no satisfactory response. This discriminatory approach is evident simply because I belong to a different political party.”, he said in his press release.

Dr. SG Suryah, has condemned the reported act of discrimination by the DMK, emphasizing the unjust denial of relief materials based on individuals’ political affiliations.

He asked whether it is fair to deprive distressed people of relief because of political affiliation.

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DMK’s ‘Hindi Imposition’ Drama Gone Wrong? Netizens Dig Out Old Hindi Tweets Of One DMK Supporter Sharmila, She Claims She Is Not The Lady In Question, “Fact-Checker” YouTurn Comes To Buttress

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The Commune
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A Tamil Nadu woman, Sharmilaa Rajasekar, allegedly faced linguistic discrimination at Dabolim Airport, Goa, when CISF personnel insisted she learn Hindi during security check-in. Despite expressing her unfamiliarity with Hindi, she was told it is the national language and was asked to “Google” it. Sharmilaa, an engineer, claimed she stood her ground, clarifying that Hindi is the official, not national, language. The incident allegedly occurred while travelling with her three-year-old daughter.

Following this, as reported by DT Next, Sharmilaa filed an oral complaint and later sent an email complaint to the airport grievance officer, emphasizing the need for cultural sensitivity training. The airport officials reportedly forwarded the complaint to the CISF team for an explanation. Sharmilaa expressed her intent to file a complaint with the CISF headquarters, emphasizing the importance of institutions sensitizing personnel to India’s cultural and language diversity.

The DMK and its propaganda media outlets like Sun News began harping on to this issue.

Editor-in-Chief of Sun News Mu. Gunasekaran, wrote on his social media “At Goa airport, CISF cops ask TN woman to learn Hindi Before boarding the flight, the passenger knocked on the doors of the CISF supervisor and registered an oral complaint.”

Mu. Gunasekaran is a Dravidian propagandist under the garb of journalist who allegedly “resigned” from News 18 Tamil Nadu after the expose by political commentator Maridhas.

Netizens later shared information and past posts made by one Sharmila Rajasekhar on social media platform X where she has shared posts in Hindi. Here are a few screenshots and links to Sharmila’s YouTube channel. Netizens claimed it was the same woman pointing at the similarity in the voices too.

https://twitter.com/Bagavathprathee/status/1735360073562493219

https://twitter.com/ItsyourMB/status/1735314662248657053

However, the handle @sharmisharmiji which everyone thought to be that of the “aggrieved” woman claimed that it was not her that everyone was making out to be.

That said, it has been noticed that the said post written in Hindi has been deleted.

To add to this, alleged “fact-checker” YouTurn also jumped into the fray claiming that the woman in question is not the one pointed out by people on social media.

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How DMK IT Wing Used A Flawed Interval To Show That 2023 Chennai Rains Were Higher Than 2015

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Ashok Kumar
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Chennai city that has recently faced devastating floods, is now attempting to return to normalcy. The aftermath of the disastrous floods has left the northern areas of Chennai severely damaged, prompting criticism of the DMK government’s handling of the situation. Despite the visible challenges, the DMK government and its IT wing have sought to project an image of normalcy, downplaying the extent of the damage.

In an effort to deflect criticism, the DMK government and its IT wing have drawn comparisons between the recent floods and the floods in 2015, attempting to showcase their performance as superior to the previous ADMK government. Alleged fact-checker Iyan Karthikeyan, relying on data provided by TNM, a DMK mouthpiece, attempted to prove that the rainfall in 2023 exceeded that of 2015.

In the nearly 20-minute video, YouTurn claims it was only news channels like NewsJ that were spreading “fake news” that 2015 saw more rain than 2023. In the article by The News Minute, they quoted weather bloggers Chennai Rains’ Srikanth insisting on examining a 48-hour timeframe in the context of the 2023 floods. This distinction he said arises because the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) records rainfall data from 8.30 am to 8.30 am the following day. In the recent floods, the peak rainfall occurred between 8.30 pm on December 3 and 8.30 pm on 4 December 2023.

The DMK IT wing, in connivance with YouTurn, has not only defended the government’s narrative but also targeted journalists reporting on the ground. Journalists such as Red Pix Felix, who contradicted the official stance by stating that 2015 witnessed more rainfall than 2023, became the subject of scrutiny and accusations of spreading fake news.

It is noteworthy that journalists like Dhanya Rajendran, Ahmed Shabir, Avudaiyappan, and Devendran Palanisamy, who are known for peddling propaganda favourable to the DMK, reported on the flood situation without directly criticizing the government. However, the DMK IT wing seemingly could not tolerate any dissent, leading to attacks against their own Dravidianist journalists.

In an attempt to settle the debate, the regional meteorological center of Tamil Nadu IMD released cumulative rain data for Nungambakkam and Meenambakkam, comparing the rainfall between October 1 and December 10 of 2015 and 2023. The data clearly indicates that 2015 experienced higher rainfall, contradicting the claims made by the DMK IT wing and YouTurn.

In an attempt to substantiate their claim that the rainfall in 2023 surpassed that of 2015, the DMK IT wing selected two arbitrary intervals, showcasing a significantly higher single-day rainfall in 2023 compared to 2015. However, the DMK IT wing, seemingly underestimating the intelligence of those not aligned with the DMK, committed a glaring and significant error when choosing intervals for the comparison between the rainfall in 2015 and 2023.

What the DMK showed:

To conduct a fair comparison between the rainfall in 2015 and 2023, it is imperative to use equal intervals. However, in an effort to portray that the rainfall in 2023 was higher, the DMK IT wing opted for a longer interval for 2023 and a shorter interval for 2015 rainfall. During the period of the AIADMK regime, the DMK IT wing chose the interval from December 1st to December 3rd, reporting around 300mm of rain during that time. Conversely, to depict higher rainfall during the DMK regime, they extended the interval from December 1st to December 6th, citing a rainfall of 450mm during the same period. A proper comparison between the rainfall in 2015 and 2023 should involve equal intervals.

In their attempt to assert that the rainfall in 2023 was significantly greater, the DMK IT wing, seemingly considering themselves the sole intelligent entities on the planet, made a misguided effort to deceive the public. This misleading information propagated by the DMK IT wing warrants scrutiny

Here is the correct comparison.

Ashok Kumar is a PhD scholar at India premier scientific research institute.

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Pakistan's Islamic Identity Is Non-Negotiable, But India's Is, For Leftist Rag The Wire’s Arfa Khanum Sherwani

Pakistan’s Islamic Identity Is Non-Negotiable, But India’s Is, For Leftist Rag...

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In a recent video, leftist rag The Wire journalist Arfa Khanum Sherwani strongly argued that Pakistan cannot and should not recognise Israel. Her reasoning...
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