Tamil Nadu: DMK Protests Kasthuri’s Remarks

Former South Indian film actress and BJP supporter Kasthuri Shankar made controversial remarks at a rally in Chennai demanding a Prevention of Atrocities Act for the Brahmin community. The DMK criticized the protest, stating that there had been no violence against Brahmins in the past four years. They accused the protest of creating a false impression and attempting to run down the State government. The DMK emphasized that the government aims to provide equal opportunities for everyone and condemned hate politics. The protest was seen as an attempt to disrupt social peace and smear the government’s image. Kasthuri and other speakers at the rally faced backlash for their comments.