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Is Aavin Hiring Child Labourers? Shocking Revelations Surface

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The Commune
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Aavin doesn’t seem to stop courting problems day after day. Just a couple of months ago, there were problems with milk shortage. Now in a shocking revelation, reports have emerged alleging the use of child labour at Aavin which is owned by the Tamil Nadu government.

This issue has been brought to light in a video released by Red Pix Youtube channel.

These claims of child labour have raised concerns as it is the same government that has enacted strict laws against child labour and actively enforced them. However, the Minister in charge of Milk and Dairy Development of Tamil Nadu, Mano Thangaraj, has continuously denied the allegations, despite mounting evidence to the contrary.

Field research conducted by the Red Pix team has shed light on several distressing facts, contradicting the Minister’s claims. The evidence provided indicates that minors were indeed employed at Aavin and no compensation was provided for their work. Testimonies from the children themselves support these claims, proving that they were employed as labourers as recently as April.

The affected children, some as young as 16 years old and studying in the tenth and eleventh grades, have come forward to provide evidence that they were forced to work at Aavin. They highlighted that they decided to work since they needed money to purchase clothes for school, indicating dire financial circumstances. The lack of salaries received by these young workers has further exacerbated the situation.

Minister Mano Thangaraj, however, vehemently denied any knowledge of child labour within the organisation. He has questioned the authenticity of the records and the credibility of the children’s testimonies. Despite their efforts to expose the truth, the Minister’s sudden denial has left the children puzzled about his motivations.

The Minister says that the matter has been reported to the local authorities, including the concerned collector. He threatened that legal notices will be sent to the news portal which first published this news of Aavin hiring child labourers. Watch this interaction with the members of the news media:

Now here comes the confusion. First, the Minister denied that children were hired at Aavin but he then he goes on to say that the Child Action Committee will be brought in to launch an investigation into the allegations. Watch this video by Jambavan TV:

https://twitter.com/hailhydra_01/status/1667045667339124736

Watch full video here:

The affected children and their advocates express their disappointment at the Minister’s dismissal of their claims and emphasize the need to bring attention to the exploitation they have endured. They assert that their intention is not to defame the company but to shed light on the unethical practices and demand justice for themselves and others in similar situations.
This disturbing revelation has cast a shadow on Aavin, tarnishing its reputation and calling into question the government’s role in allowing such practices to occur.

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Thenkailaya Bakti Peravai Conducts Cleanliness Drive At Velliangiri

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The Commune
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Then Kailaya Bhakti Peravai in collaboration with the Forest Department, Tamil Nadu Government, has collected more than 1500 kg of plastic waste in the cleanliness drive carried out in one month on the sacred Velliangiri hills. More than 500 enthusiastic Isha volunteers from Tamil Nadu including, Chennai, Coimbatore, Tirupur, Erode and Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh came forward to ensure the pristine environment of the sacred hills.

The cleanliness drive was conducted every Sunday for a period of one month starting on May 7th and ending on June 5th, marking World Environment Day. Indian Army soldiers and many civilians also participated in the drive. The collected garbage was handed over to the Forest Department.

Sharing his experience, an Isha volunteer Manohar from Coimbatore who participated in this cleanliness drive said, “I keep coming to this hill every year as part of my Shivanga Sadhana and look at this sacred mountain as my own. For the past six years, I have been participating in the cleanliness drive conducted by Thenkailaya Bakti Peravai. We all come forward to this activity as we understand it’s our responsibility to hand this mountain in its pristine form to the future generation. It gives me a lot of happiness and fulfillment participating in it.”

“Coming from Chennai, this cleanliness drive offered me an experiential understanding of the need to protect the environment. Everyone who climbs this mountain should do so with a sense of responsibility for keeping it clean. I look forward to joining the activity again next year,” added Vijayabaskar, an Isha volunteer from Chennai.

Thenkailaya Bhakti Peravai has been at the forefront of organizing this cleanliness drive for the past ten years at the Velliangiri Hills, which attracts a large number of devotees due to its historical and spiritual significance. According to legends, it is believed that Lord Shiva himself meditated on these hills, earning the hills the name of ‘Southern Kailash’.

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Hygiene Worker Dies As Communist Councillor Allegedly Forces Him To Clean Faeces-Filled Drain, BJP’s SG Suryah Slams Commie MP Su Venkatesan

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The Commune
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A hygiene worker in Cuddalore tragically died succumbing to allergies allegedly after a Communist Councillor in forced him to clean a manhole that was filled with human excreta.

In a scathing letter addressed to Madurai MP Su Venkatesan, Tamil Nadu BJP State Secretary SG Suryah on 7 June 2023, raised serious allegations against Communist Party councillor Viswanathan regarding the tragic death of a hygiene worker in Pennadam town panchayat 12th ward, Cuddalore district.

BJP Tamil Nadu State Secretary SG Suryah has alleged that a sanitation worker died due to allergies in the body after a ward member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) forced him to clean the manhole. Suryah’s letter highlights the apparent indifference shown by Venkatesan and the Communist Party towards this distressing incident.

The letter begins with a sharp greeting to Venkatesan, whom Suryah describes as a “lover of revolutionary ideals and politics.” Suryah pointed out that Viswanathan’s alleged actions, accusing him of instructing a sanitation worker to enter a drain filled with feces, thereby endangering his health and well-being.

He further called out the hypocrisy of the MP saying, “The deceased is a scheduled caste brother! Where’s your red flag! Where is your fighting spirit? Where are your passionate words? If you are against the ruling BJP government, you will come forward immediately. Where have you gone now? Did you sneak out? Why doesn’t your red flag fly against your fellow comrades? Or won’t your red flag take to the streets and fight in support of the Scheduled Caste brothers? Your fake politics draped in red flag stinks worse than the manhole. Find a way to live as a human being, my friend.”

It is note worthy to mention that the MK Stalin-led DMK government, which announced a compensation of ₹10 lakhs to each of the families of the deceased who consumed spurious liquor and awarded ₹50,000 solatium to one of the culprits responsible for the tragedy, has not yet announced any compensation for the man who died entering a manhole

Ma Venkatesan, Chairman of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis, recently disclosed in an interview that Tamil Nadu holds the dubious distinction of having the highest number of deaths in manholes. According to official government data spanning from 1993 to the present day, approximately 225 sanitation workers have tragically lost their lives while carrying out manhole cleaning duties. When we examine the performance of the Dravida Model government over the past two years, it becomes apparent that Tamil Nadu has witnessed a disturbing surge in violence against Scheduled Castes.

This recent tragedy involving the death of a sanitation worker serves as further evidence corroborating the data disclosed by the Chairman of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis.

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DMK Govt Allocates ‘Dream House’ For #MeToo Accused Vairamuthu, Netizens Call Out MK Stalin’s Hypocrisy

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The Commune
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A controversy has arisen after the DMK government in Tamil Nadu allocated a house to lyricist Vairamuthu, who is facing sexual harassment allegations from over 20 women. The decision to include Vairamuthu in the list of recipients under the ‘Dream House’ scheme, intended to honor renowned writers, has sparked criticism and accusations of favoritism.

The Tamil Nadu government introduced the ‘Dream House’ initiative to honor writers from the state who have received national and international accolades for their literary contributions. The scheme aims to provide houses to eligible award-winning writers, regardless of their association with the government or other employment status.

The inclusion of Vairamuthu, who has been accused of sexual harassment by multiple women during the #MeToo movement, has ignited controversy. Critics argue that Vairamuthu’s close ties to the DMK party and Chief Minister MK Stalin may have influenced his selection. Some allege that Vairamuthu has already received three houses in the past from the DMK government, questioning the decision to grant him another house.

Many individuals have voiced their disappointment with the government’s decision to allocate a house to sexual harassment accused. Singer Chinmayi accused Vairamuthu of sexually harassing her during a professional interaction. Her accusation gained significant attention and sparked a larger conversation about workplace harassment and abuse of power in the Tamil film industry. The incident led to a number of other women coming forward with their own allegations against Vairamuthu and other individuals in the industry.

Critics have pointed out the apparent hypocrisy of Chief Minister MK Stalin, who recently expressed support for a protest against a wrestling federation chief accused of misconduct. The decision to honor Vairamuthu, despite the serious allegations against him, has drawn public backlash. Netizens and critics have questioned the consistency of the government’s stance on sexual harassment issues and called for greater accountability.

The inclusion of lyricist Vairamuthu, who faces multiple sexual harassment allegations, in the ‘Dream House’ scheme has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the Tamil Nadu government’s decision-making process.

(with inputs from Hindustan Times)

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DMK Functionary Attempts To Slipper Police For Arresting Criminal Selling Illegal Liquor In Pudukkotai

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The Commune
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In a concerning incident that highlights the deteriorating state of law and order in Tamil Nadu, a DMK functionary in Pudukkottai allegedly threatened and attempted to assault police officers who were conducting a raid on an illegal bar involved in the sale of liquor without proper permission.

Residents of Vanakkankaadu village in the Pudukkottai district had reported the unauthorized sale of alcohol at a bar operating near the Tasmac store. However, the Vadakaadu police failed to take any action despite the complaints. As a result, residents approached the Alangudi Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Deepak Rajini, who promptly formed a special team to address the issue.

The special team, consisting of two police officers, conducted a raid on the illegal bar and apprehended a person named Parimalam, who was involved in the illegal sale of liquor. The officers intended to take him to the police station on a two-wheeler.

However, the situation took an ugly turn when a DMK functionary named Mathiyazhagan, allegedly connected to the illegal bar, attempted to forcibly free Parimalam from police custody. He hurled obscene words at the officers and even tried to physically assault them using his slippers. Mathiyazhagan boasted about his links with a DMK minister and demanded the release of the accused individual.

In a surprising turn of events, one of the police officers captured the incident on video. Realizing that his actions were being recorded, Mathiyazhagan abruptly changed his behavior and started attacking the arrested individual, Parimalam, in an attempt to portray himself as a law-abiding citizen in front of the camera.

The video capturing the altercation has now gone viral on social media, raising concerns about the brazen behavior of political functionaries and the deteriorating law and order situation in Tamil Nadu. Despite the police managing to arrest Parimalam, the criminal involved in the illegal liquor trade, no action has been taken against Mathiyazhagan for obstructing a government officer from performing his duty.

This incident brings into question the efficacy of the law enforcement system under Chief Minister MK Stalin’s administration and raises concerns about the safety and security of both the public and law enforcement officials.

(with inputs from Polimer News)

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The Sorry State Of Tirunelveli Varadaraja Perumal Temple: Closed Doors & Struggling Priests Shine Light On HR&CE’s Failure

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The Commune
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The Keezh Tirupati Varadaraja Perumal temple located in Tirunelveli is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It was constructed by Pandya King Veerapandian during the 12th century AD. The temple derives its name from the surrounding area’s abundant red soil, leading to its original designation as Sengani. In Tamil, “Sen” signifies red and “Kani” signifies land. Over time, the name evolved to Sangani.

This temple, however, has remained closed for a month due to the absence of a temple priest, leaving devotees feeling disheartened.

According to historical accounts, Saint Brighu established the deity in this particular spot. An extraordinary event unfolded during the 14th century – the king of Tirunelveli, seeking divine blessings, visited the temple but found the priest indisposed due to illness. The deity assumed the guise of the priest and conducted the pooja, thereby rescuing the priest from potential punishment by the king. As a result, the deity earned the epithet of ‘Vaazha Veikum Perumal,’ which translates to ‘the one who saves.’

In the past, the temple had fallen into disrepair, but thanks to the dedicated efforts of devotees, it was renovated and reestablished a few years ago. The government included this centuries-old temple in its “Oru Kaala pooja scheme”. The “Oru Kala Pooja Scheme” was implemented with the purpose of guaranteeing the daily performance of at least one pooja in temples that lack sufficient funds.

Unfortunately, the priest who had been serving at the temple passed away a year and a half ago. Subsequently, two priests were appointed with a salary of ₹1000, but they were unable to continue their duties as the electricity bill for the temple exceeded ₹2000.

Despite dedicating themselves to serving the deities in temples that are under government control, the priests struggle to make ends meet with meagre wages that are insufficient to provide three proper meals a day. These government workers receive an unfairly low monthly sum of around ₹1000, which falls significantly short of what is required for a decent standard of living, especially given today’s economic conditions.

As a result of such low salaries, many temples in remote areas are managed by a single individual, the priest, who not only performs the rituals but also takes care of the temple’s maintenance. It is evident that the current payment system fails to acknowledge the immense effort and manpower required to uphold the temple’s upkeep.

During his “Free TN Temples” campaign, Sadhguru expressed his concern regarding the inadequate wages received by temple priests. He tweeted as below:

Coming back to the Varadaraja Perumal temple, it has been closed for the past months and no rituals have been performed for the deity, much to the despair of devotees. People from other towns who visited the temple returned disappointed without being able to have darshan of the deity.

Expressing their concerns, devotees emphasized that despite overcoming numerous challenges to renovate and reestablish the temple, it is now closed without a priest. They emphasized the importance of daily pooja and maintenance of the temple. They called on the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (TNHRCE) officials to engage in discussions with the temple authorities and take appropriate action to address the situation.

In 2020, the HR&CE department has reported to the Madras High Court that among the 44,121 temples under its jurisdiction in the State, over 37,000 temples lack sufficient revenue to employ more than one individual. These individuals often serve as both priests and caretakers. Additionally, it was revealed that 11,999 temples face financial constraints that prevent them from covering the expenses of conducting even a single puja on a daily basis. This numbers must have been increased drastically and now the Varadaraja Perumal Temple from Tirunelveli too joins the list.

According to the statistics provided by the Commissioner of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment, the district-wise income from temples for the year 2020-2021 was documented. The data indicates that the government earned a substantial income from the temples in Tirunelveli, reaching up to ₹1201 lakhs. This includes the income generated by the Varadaraja Perumal Temple located in Tirunelveli, which is now closed with no rituals.

Recently, the devotees condemned the DMK government’s HR&CE Department as Naganathaswamy temple was constructed during the time of Rajendra Chozha I lies in shambles too.

At such a time, we are reminded of what Tamil poet Bharathiyar said a long time ago, “If ghosts rule, the shastras will eat on corpses.”

The temples are currently under government control and managed by individuals who lack emotional attachment to the temple. Consequently, the upkeep of the temples suffers as they are not maintained properly. It is important to understand that a temple is not merely a business entity but the heart and soul of a community. Effective management requires immense dedication and devotion to ensure its proper functioning.

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The Ongoing A.P. Conundrum

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Shivani
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Vijayawada: Yet again, in the never-ending game of political speculation, it’s a case of an old story bubbling with hitherto unconfirmed alliance-related gossip ahead of A.P’s elections in the first half of next year. Amit Shah’s recent meeting with N Chandrababu Naidu of the Telugu Desam Party has sparked speculation about a potential political alliance. This echoes the 2014 election scenario when the TDP and BJP formed a pre-poll alliance in Andhra Pradesh. If the rumours turn out to be true, would the alliance be a pre-poll or a post-poll one with guaranteed “external” support of all bills in parliament? What would the negotiations and conditions between the two parties look like? Who would stand to gain more – the regional party or the BJP?

In the curious case of Andhra Pradesh, the BJP is in a highly enviable yet challenging position of confirming alliances with A.P-based regional parties. The two major players (the currently ruling YSRCP and the previous victor TDP) as well as the
up-and-coming Jana Sena Party (JSP) are all wooing the BJP for support and partnership. It’s an advantage for the BJP yet a case of being saddled with too much choice, which can be confusing at times!

The leaders of all three parties – YS Jagan Reddy of the YSRCP, N Chandrababu Naidu of the TDP, and Tollywood star Pawan Kalyan of the JSP, are in touch with the BJP’s top brass. The BJP on its part appears to be carefully monitoring current political, economic, and social indicators in A.P periodically to assist it in selecting a 2024 election partner – will the numbers & data indicative of a certain trend, be the decisive factor in the selection of an electoral alliance OR in the absence of any definitive/conclusive data, will it come down to the personal charisma, diplomacy, negotiation skills, and personal rapport of the three A.P leaders with the decision-makers of the BJP?

The current “external” support on all its bills, schemes, and proposals that the BJP enjoys from A.P’s ruling YSRCP party has worked well for it, based on a quid pro quo arrangement and certain favours exchanged between the two parties. However, the YSRCP’s political baggage and its leader YS Jagan Reddy’s personal legal issues may become problematic in the near future, weighing the BJP down rather than furthering its presently meagre prospects in A.P.

The YSRCP’s disproportionate emphasis on minority and lower caste communities, coupled with allegations of corruption and hooliganism, has led to a financially unsustainable welfare approach. As a result, the state has faced bankruptcy and dwindling support from various segments, including the middle class and government employees facing delayed salaries. The party’s populist policies have also alienated private businesses, industrial, and educational investments in the state, causing a further decline in the state’s revenue and loss of employment opportunities for the state’s residents. To add to the woes of Jagan Reddy and his YSRCP party, key leaders of the party are also embroiled in the Delhi Liquorgate scandal.

Additionally, Jagan Reddy’s personal problems with the law cannot be ignored or wished away – he is still being pursued by the ED and the CBI for as many as 31 registered cases for which he was previously lodged in jail for more than a year. The cases range from massive financial embezzlement to those with criminal charges including a particularly sensitive one involving the brutal gangster-style murder of his paternal uncle. The YSRCP’s loss of support among sections of society and the state’s unenviable financial and employment statistics are not satisfactory social, financial, and economic indicators for next year’s elections.

On the other hand, the two principal opposition parties, the TDP and the JSP appear to be staunchly united in their goal of defeating the YSRCP at any cost. The JSP’s leader, Pawan Kalyan is a popular Telugu actor with a wide fan base, and the TDP supremo, Chandrababu Naidu is a seasoned politician and an experienced business-savvy leader known in both Telugu states for his administrative skills, his futuristic visionary thinking and his balanced development/growth-oriented goals, focusing on balancing modern technology with traditional economic occupations. The BJP is spoilt for choice. Will it lean towards the YSRCP or the TDP-JSP combine for its future in A.P?

For the people of Andhra, the nail-biting suspense of an old, rather dramatic, ongoing story becomes a daily-news item, with no confirmation in sight, at least till the end of this year. A.P.’s upcoming elections are scheduled for the first half of 2024 and the BJP with all the bargaining chips in its hands, may decide to keep all three parties guessing till just a few months before the announced election date. After all, what’s the rush when everybody wants an alliance with you and the ball’s in your court?

The BJP’s political status in the neighbouring Telugu state of Telangana could not be more different! While it enjoys more popularity in Telangana than it does among the masses of A.P, it is yet to firmly establish itself in the state and currently does not have officially declared electoral partnerships for this year’s state elections, to assist it in its prospects against the still popular and formidable Bharat Rashtra Samithi party (BRS) led by the populist leader, K Chandrasekhar Rao, and his family. Telangana’s state elections are scheduled to be held before the end of this year.

An informal alliance or tacit understanding with Naidu’s TDP party in both the Telugu states may help the BJP with the already established TDP cadre’s utilisation for crucial campaign work such as voter statistics and grass-roots outreach programs. Notably, A.P’s YSRCP party does not have a presence in Telangana while the much older TDP party does have a base in the state and in the past had enjoyed wide support among the people of Telangana, before its bifurcation from the larger, united state of Andhra Pradesh.

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Kerala CM Pinarayi Seen Shuffling Through Papers And Reading Out Readymade Answers At India Today Conclave

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The Commune
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A few days ago at the inaugural event of the India Today South Conclave 2023, Pinarayi Vijayan, the Chief Minister of Kerala, resorted to reading out pre-prepared answers from a set of papers during an interview.

During the interview, the India Today interviewer posed a series of questions regarding Kerala’s infrastructure sector, attracting mega investments and businesses to the state, promoting the service sector, improving employment opportunities, and the possibility of preventing a brain drain by providing suitable jobs for the state’s residents.

Rather than providing spontaneous responses, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan began shuffling through a stack of papers in his possession as the questions were being asked. Once the interviewer concluded, he proceeded to read from one of the papers, stating, “We have the coast on one side and hills on the other. In between, there is plenty of wetland and forest land as well. With 44 rivers, only about 35% of the overall area of Kerala is available for people’s use.”
Continuing with the scripted answers, Pinarayi Vijayan mentioned the “Year of the Enterprises” scheme, emphasizing its significance and its impact on the industrial and employment sectors. He highlighted Kerala’s strides in various fields such as IT, BT, electronics, tourism, and healthcare, stating that these efforts are aimed at transforming Kerala into a knowledge economy and an innovative society.

The highlight of this session was the Chief Minister’s reliance on prepared notes to address questions on crucial matters related to Kerala’s development. Some observers argue that it raises doubts about Pinarayi Vijayan’s ability to lead effectively, especially considering his extensive experience and his current position as Chief Minister for a second consecutive term. There arises a question of whether his reliance on notes reflects a lack of in-depth knowledge or a failure to grasp the complexities of the issues at hand.

While speakers may resort to teleprompters or notes on occasion, the sight of a leader relying heavily on readymade notes to respond to interview questions surely raises doubts about his knowledge of his own state and his leadership capabilities.

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Dravidian Model Goes To Karnataka: Congress Govt Puts Conditions For Women To Avail ₹2000

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The Commune
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Karnataka Congress Govt Mulls 4% Muslim Quota In Public Contracts, Total Quota May Hit 47%.

In a move reminiscent of its alliance partner in Tamil Nadu, the DMK, the Karnataka Congress has backtracked on its promise to provide Rs 2000 to all woman heads of families under the Gruha Lakshmi scheme. The party now states that the scheme will only be applicable to eligible beneficiaries.

This tactic mirrors the deceiving approach employed by the DMK, which initially declared it would provide 1000 rupees to all women in households but later restricted the scope to a lesser number of beneficiaries after assuming power.

The Karnataka cabinet recently decided to implement the ‘Gruha Lakshmi’ scheme, which aims to provide financial assistance to women in the state. However, the Women and Child Development Ministry has issued detailed guidelines, including specific conditions to qualify for the scheme, raising concerns among the public.

According to the guidelines released by the department, the scheme will not be applicable to women who pay Income Tax or file Goods and Services Tax (GST) returns. The Congress had initially promised to provide Rs 2,000 per month to every woman heading a family in Karnataka.

The cabinet’s decision to implement the scheme from August 15 was met with anticipation, but the subsequent eligibility criteria have caused disappointment and confusion among potential beneficiaries.

Eligibility requirements include holding a Below Poverty Line (BPL) or Antyodaya card issued by the Food and Civil Supplies Department. Additionally, the beneficiary must be clearly identified as the woman head (Yejamani) of the family on the aforementioned cards. In cases where multiple women reside in a household, only one will be eligible to receive the scheme’s benefits.

On the other hand, certain groups are excluded from eligibility. Women who pay Income Tax or file GST returns, as well as women whose husbands pay Income Tax or file GST returns, will not qualify for the scheme. Furthermore, women whose names are not listed as the heads of the family on their BPL, APL, or Antyodaya cards will also be ineligible.

The recent developments have ignited a debate over the Congress party’s commitment to fulfilling its promises and its stance on providing financial assistance to women in need.

Tejasvi Surya, the Member of Parliament for BJP Bengaluru South, strongly criticized the announcement made by the Congress government regarding the restrictions placed on beneficiaries of the Gruha Lakshmi scheme. In his scathing remarks, he stated, “Once again, the Congress has let down the people of Karnataka. Despite their initial promise to provide Rs 2,000 per month to the woman head of every family, the Sri Siddaramaiah Government has now revealed an extensive list of conditions. Shockingly, these conditions exclude government and private employees, entrepreneurs, and individuals who file income tax returns or receive GST refunds. This means that a significant number of women in the state, who were eagerly awaiting the monthly assistance of Rs 2,000, have been deliberately left out of the scheme.”

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Tamil Seculars Exposed: Ayyanar Not Equal To Allah? Controversy Surrounds Dialogue Change in Arya’s Latest Film “Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam”

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The Commune
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In a recent development, the film “Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam,” directed by M. Muthaiah, has sparked controversy due to a dialogue change that took place after the movie’s trailer was released. The film, an Indian Tamil-language action drama, stars Arya, Siddhi Idnani, Prabhu, Madhusudhan Rao, Aadukalam Naren, Bhagyaraj, and Singampuli. The film was released on June 2nd to mixed reviews.

Muthaiah, a director from the Thevar community and known for glorifying it in his movies, included a dialogue in the trailer of “Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam” that stated, “Both Allah and Ayyanar (a Hindu god) are the same.” However, upon the film’s release in theaters, the dialogue was modified to “Both worshippers of Allah and Ayyanar are the same.”

This alteration has ignited speculation that Muthaiah may have faced criticism and threats from Islamic organizations who disagreed with equating Allah and Ayyanar.

In Islam, “La ilaha illallah” is an Arabic phrase that translates to “There is no deity worthy of worship except Allah” in English. It is known as the Shahada, which is the Islamic declaration of faith and one of the fundamental pillars of Islam. By reciting the Shahada with sincerity and belief, a person professes their acceptance of Allah as the one and only God and the finality of Prophet Muhammad as His messenger. This declaration is considered the foundation of Islamic belief and is recited by Muslims worldwide as an affirmation of their faith in Allah’s oneness and sovereignty.

Given this context, the director’s decision to modify the dialogue suggests a possible attempt to appease the Muslim community who do not consider Ayyanar to be equal to Allah.

This controversy has sparked a reaction among netizens, with many expressing their opinions on social media. Some argue that Muthaiah should focus on promoting tolerance among followers of Islam rather than lecturing Hindus. Others expressed their frustrations saying that in India, Christians follow Christianity, Muslims follow Islam, but Hindus must be secular.

It is worth mentioning that Muthaiah has previously faced criticism for his portrayal of caste in his films. Puthiya Tamizhagam Dr. Krishnasamy has condemned the director for perpetuating caste stereotypes and promoting enmity between castes. Moreover, Muthaiah has been accused of stereotyping Dalit youths as individuals who try to attract upper-caste girls by flaunting expensive clothing, bikes, and other material possessions.

An interesting fact to consider is that actor Arya, who was born with the name Jamshad Cethirakath and follows the Muslim faith, goes by the name Arya specifically for his work in movies. Likewise, his wife Sayessha also belongs to the Muslim community.

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