A video clip of DMK MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian’s recent speech in the Lok Sabha has gone viral on social media, drawing significant attention for her remarks on politics and federalism.
In her speech, the South Chennai MP stated, “Instead of divisive politics, promote religious politics. The country will benefit and the people will live happily.” The remark, is seen as a Freudian slip given that the DMK indulges in promoting anti-Hindu ideology while appeasing minorities.
Thangapandian also criticized the perceived disparity in fund allocations between states, particularly highlighting the funds sent to Bihar and Uttar Pradesh under the PM Shri scheme. She pointed out that Tamil Nadu had contributed significantly to the nation’s GDP but did not receive proportionate benefits. Citing figures, she mentioned that Tamil Nadu contributes 9% to the national GDP and performs well in education and healthcare rankings. However, she argued that the state was not getting its fair share of central funds compared to other states like Maharashtra.
Further, she referenced past acts of generosity by Tamil Nadu’s leadership, recalling that during the 2008 Bihar floods, then Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi had sent ₹10 crore in relief aid. She noted that while Tamil Nadu had shown solidarity with other states, the central government’s budget allocations seemed uneven.
Speaking on the importance of inclusive politics, she invoked a military adage, stating, “The more you sweat for peace, the less you bleed in war.” She argued that economic progress could only come through inclusive politics and federalism, rather than through divisive approaches.
Her speech concluded with a reiteration of her opening statement: “Realize the federalism principle and move forward with religious politics instead of divisive politics. The country will benefit, the people will prosper and be happy.”
Whether the statement was an unintended slip or a deliberate articulation of her views, it has certainly become a topic of national discourse. The reaction of the VCK MP Ravi Kumar and Communist MP Su Venkatesan after Thangapandian made the statement was even more hilarious.
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