Udhayanidhi Stalin Accuses CM Vijay of Diversionary Tactics After Assembly Walkout
· India · Hindustan Times, The Hindu
Leader of Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin led a DMK walkout from the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Monday, accusing Chief Minister Joseph C Vijay of avoiding questions on the state's law and order. Udhayanidhi alleged that the Chief Minister ignored 15 specific queries regarding recent daylight murders and instead focused on historical issues and pending charges against opposition leaders. The DMK leader further accused the CM of shielding a shadow cartel involving Vishnu Reddy, Sujay Reddy, and Anil Reddy, who he claims have monopolised state mining contracts. Additionally, Udhayanidhi alleged that the ruling establishment is engaging in horse-trading, citing an instance where an IUML MLA was reportedly offered cash and a cabinet position. The opposition party boycotted the proceedings after Speaker JCD Prabhakar denied them an opportunity to rebut corruption allegations made by the Chief Minister.
Why it matters
The escalating confrontation between the DMK and the ruling government threatens legislative stability in Tamil Nadu and raises serious questions regarding the transparency of state mining contracts. These allegations of corruption and political horse-trading are likely to intensify the ongoing power struggle in the state legislature.
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