The DMK is not impressed.
In a sharply critical editorial in the DMK’s official mouthpiece, Murasoli, the party has questioned the two – Vijay and Trisha – exchanging salutes and the seating arrangement for the actor during the official programme. He was charged by police under various sections of law, including the one relating to the use of obscene words and insulting the modesty of a woman. The DMK, however, has maintained that Udhayanidhi’s remarks were misrepresented and were directed at the government’s functioning, not at any individual. “His own speech has exposed this fear. Only then will I be able to implement all the good schemes meant for you. He has been crying and pleading this way,” the ediotrial claimed.
Earlier this month, Udhayanidhi Stalin, the leader of the Opposition in the Assembly, was arrested from his residence for his alleged “double-meaning” remark alluding to Trisha. After hoisting the flag, Chief Minister Vijay said: “Don’t think our duty is over and you can withdraw…From now only, you must remain with us and with the government.
That is what our government is working towards. I sincerely thank everyone for giving me the opportunity to hoist the national flag on the 80th Independence Day at this 376-year-old fort and deliver the Independence Day message.”
Speaking about his government’s priorities, Vijay said, “It is our duty to protect Tamil Nadu from bribery and corruption.
