A power cut occurred at Chennai Airport just as the Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah, arrived, leading to a wave of condemnation from BJP leaders. The incident has raised concerns over the state government’s ability to ensure the security of high-profile dignitaries.
BJP Coimbatore South MLA, along with other party leaders, expressed their strong disapproval of the power cut that coincided with Shri Amit Shah’s visit. The Union Home Minister, known for his high-security requirements, was left exposed due to the unexpected power outage.
The incident is being viewed as a serious security lapse by the state government, as Amit Shah’s safety is of utmost importance. The sudden disruption in power supply during the arrival of such a prominent personality highlights the need for a thorough investigation to determine the cause and any potential underlying motives.
This incident should be analyzed in the context of recent controversies involving DMK leaders, some of whom have made inflammatory statements against senior BJP members. The call for the killing of BJP leaders by DMK representatives has created a tense political environment.
Just months after being suspended for his abusive and threatening statements against Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi, DMK stage speaker Shivaji Krishnamoorthy has been reinstated by the party. This decision has raised eyebrows, considering his explicit verbal assault and the threats he made using terrorist references.
In January 2023, Krishnamoorthy’s derogatory comments targeted the Tamil Nadu Governor, stating, “You (Governor) have taken an oath on the constitution written by Ambedkar. If you are not mentioning his name in your speech, then you go to Kashmir. We’ll send a terrorist to shoot and kill you, La**de K* B*l.”
Furthermore, the late Nellai Kannan, another DMK sympathizer, made controversial remarks calling for the killing of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah during a public gathering. Addressing a crowd of Muslims, Kannan made inappropriate jokes about harming the Prime Minister and referred to him using derogatory language.
“I thought you will “Finish Off” (read kill) PM Narendra Modi & Amit Shah, but you have not..” Nellai Kannan says, addressing a gathering of Muslims seated amongst Muslim leaders. Nellai Kannan had said that Home Minister Amit Shah was acting as the brain behind PM Modi and that if his story was ‘finished’, that of the PM would also be over too. He also uses names and calls the Prime Minister a ‘fraud’ and a ‘dog’.
Shockingly, despite these inflammatory statements, the DMK government in Tamil Nadu announced an award for writer Nellai Kannan a year later, commending his contributions to the development of the Tamil language. This decision has drawn criticism from various quarters, questioning the party’s stance on promoting individuals who propagate violence and hatred.
It is worth noting that during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Chennai on April 9th, an incident occurred involving DMK minister Ponmudi and I Periyasamy, which resulted in a breach of security protocols. Specifically, they gained unauthorized access to the special route that is designated exclusively for the Prime Minister’s use.
Given this backdrop, the power cut during Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit to Chennai raises serious concerns about the state government’s commitment to security. Reacting to the incident, BJP MLA Vanathi Srinivasan expressed her dismay, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation. She asserted that the power cutoff appeared planned and deliberate, urging the DMK government to take responsibility for the incident.
As Union HM Shri @AmitShah existed Chennai Airport, there were sudden power cutoff in both stretches of the road. The power was resumed after almost half an hour. This looks planned & deliberate attempt & should be seriously investigated.Shame on DMK govt!pic.twitter.com/PSDR7lxX1D
— Vanathi Srinivasan (@VanathiBJP) June 10, 2023
The power cut incident serves as a stark reminder that the security of high-profile dignitaries must be upheld at all costs. The incident’s circumstances and potential motives warrant a comprehensive inquiry, ensuring that the responsible parties are held accountable for any security lapses.
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