Premalatha Vijayakanth, the General Secretary of Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam, stated that cow urine (gaumutra) or Komiyam holds significant religious value for Hindus, whether or not to consume it is a personal belief, and no one has the right to interfere or impose moral policing on this matter. This comment comes at the backdrop of hypocrisy of Dravidianists, who advocate for the right to consume beef as a personal choice, yet are now ridiculing and targeting IIT Madras Director Professor Veezhinathan Kamakoti for his comments on the medicinal properties of cow urine.
Speaking to the press in Pudukkottai District, Premalatha Vijayakanth addressed the recent debate over komiyam, saying, “There was a big argument about komiyam two days ago. I don’t know if you forgot to ask or not, but I will clarify it myself. One group says it’s healthy to consume komiyam, while another group was discussing against it, advising not to drink it. Here’s my opinion: komiyam is considered sacred by everyone, especially by Hindus, and this is well-known. If you like it, drink it; if you don’t, then don’t. No one can make a fuss about what someone should eat, drink, or worship a particular god. There’s nothing wrong with it, as they find it acceptable for themselves, and there’s no ban on it. Hindus sprinkle komiyam on their heads, and Captain and I have done that too; we also raise cows at home. Whether one drinks it or not is a matter of personal faith and a individual rights, it is decided by them and no one can interfere or impose their opinions. Some say there are medical benefits, while others claim there are bacteria harmful to humans. So, as I see it, there are two different opinions on the matter.”
She then went on to say, “Former Prime Minister Morarji Desai once stated that a person can drink their own urine. Whether it’s right or wrong, that’s a matter of personal belief. And it’s not just him; I’ve heard similar stories in villages where urine is used for treating eye infections, mouth allergies, and so on.”
She then questioned, “Now, do you accept all of this? Is it something we should welcome? This is also an individual’s personal preference, and no one can force their views on another.” She concluded by adding that, just like Morarji Desai’s belief, the decision to consume komiyam or not is a personal choice and preference for each individual.
கோமியம் ஒரு புனித நீர்..! ”உங்களுக்கு புடிச்சா குடிங்க இல்லையா குடிக்காதிங்க..! இரண்டு பக்கமும் இரண்டு கருத்து இருக்கு.. கோமியம் குடிக்கலாம..! வேண்டாமா? என எழுந்த சர்ச்சை.. பிரேமலதா விஜயகாந்த் கொடுத்த விளக்கம்..#Pudukottai | #CowIssue | #DMDK | #PolimerNews pic.twitter.com/WRatQsUJ8s
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