CPI(M) Leader P. Shanmugam Criticizes CM C. Joseph Vijay Over Stalin Remarks
· India · The Hindu, Deccan Herald
CPI(M) State Secretary P. Shanmugam has condemned Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay for allegedly body-shaming DMK president M.K. Stalin during an Assembly session in Chennai. The criticism stems from remarks regarding the jaw injury Stalin sustained while in detention during the Emergency period. Shanmugam stated that ridiculing personal physical struggles is irresponsible and violates the ethics of the Assembly. He further accused the Chief Minister of using the House to launch personal attacks rather than addressing public grievances or questions raised by MLAs. The CPI(M) leader also noted that the Chief Minister's focus on allegations made by the Enforcement Directorate was inappropriate given the current political climate.
Why it matters
The public rift between the ruling TVK and its outside supporter, the CPI(M), signals growing political friction in Tamil Nadu over legislative conduct and the targeting of Opposition leaders.
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