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DMK’s Udhayanidhi Stalin criticises AIADMK leader, urges voters to back EV Velu

DMK’s Udhayanidhi Stalin criticises AIADMK leader, urges voters to back EV Velu

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin launched a sharp attack on Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami during an election campaign meeting in Tiruvannamalai. Addressing a large gathering, Udhayanidhi Stalin criticised Palaniswami, stating, “We have seen aggressive devotees and aggressive party workers, but Edappadi Palaniswami stands as an aggressive slave of the BJP.” He further alleged that the AIADMK leader has become subservient to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is attempting to bring the BJP into Tamil Nadu. The campaign meeting was held near the Thiruvalluvar statue in the Tiruvannamalai Assembly constituency in support of DMK candidate and Public Works Minister E.V. Velu. Thousands of party workers and members of alliance parties, including Congress, MDMK, DMDK, VCK, CPI(M), and CPI, participated in the event. Udhayanidhi Stalin arrived in an open vehicle and sought votes for the DMK`s Rising Sun symbol. During his speech, he praised E.V. Velu, highlighting his administrative capability and experience. He noted that both former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi and current Chief Minister M.K. Stalin have recognised Velu`s efficiency. He …

PM Modi, Amit Shah Pay Tribute To Rani Velu Nachiyar On Her birth Anniversary | India News

PM Modi, Amit Shah Pay Tribute To Rani Velu Nachiyar On Her birth Anniversary | India News

Last Updated:January 03, 2026, 14:45 IST PM Modi and Amit Shah paid tribute to Rani Velu Nachiyar on her birth anniversary, honoring her courage, tactical mastery, and role in resisting colonial oppression in Sivaganga. PM Narendra Modi (File Photo: ANI) NEW DELHI: (Jan 3) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid rich tributes to Rani Velu Nachiyar on her birth anniversary, hailing her as a legendary queen and one of India’s most valiant warriors who embodied courage and tactical mastery. “She rose against colonial oppression and asserted the right of Indians govern themselves. Her commitment to good governance and cultural pride is also admirable,” Modi said in a post on X. Tributes to Rani Velu Nachiyar on her birth anniversary. She is remembered as one of India’s most valiant warriors who embodied courage and tactical mastery. She rose against colonial oppression and asserted the right of Indians govern themselves. Her commitment to good…— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 3, 2026 Her sacrifice and visionary leadership will keep motivating generations, serving as a beacon of courage and …

PM Modi paid tributes to Savitribai Phule, Rani Velu Nachiyar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Savitribai Phule and Rani Velu Nachiyar on their birth anniversary acknowledging their inspirational contributions to society. The Prime Minister said that both inspired society with their compassion and courage and their contribution towards our nation is invaluable. “Tributes to Savitribai Phule and Rani Velu Nachiyar on their Jayanti. Both of them inspired society with their compassion and courage. Their contribution towards our nation is invaluable. Here is how we paid tributes to them during the recent #MannKiBaat,” PM Modi said in a post on X. PM Modi also shared some excerpts from Mann Ki Baat where he expressed his views about Savitribai Phule and Rani Velu Nachiyar. Savitribai Phule was an Indian social reformer, educationalist, and poet from Maharashtra. She is regarded as the first female teacher of India. Along with her husband, Jyotirao Phule, she played an important role in improving women`s rights in India. She is regarded as the mother of Indian feminism. Phule and her husband founded one of the first Indian girls` school in …