Udhayanidhi Stalin will face same fate as M.K. Stalin if abuse continues, says Minister Ramesh

Warning To DMK

Minister Ramesh warned in Trichy that DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin will face the exact same fate in the next election that M.K. Stalin faced if he continues to use obscene, defamatory, and double-meaning language. Speaking to reporters, Ramesh stated that the public is happy with government schemes under Chief Minister Vijay's good rule, which is taking strict steps to protect temple properties.

Srirangam Land Case

Public complaints regarding fraud in temple lands led to an investigation into the Srirangam Ranganathar temple, where fake documents were allegedly used to encroach upon temple land worth about 50 crore rupees. Following evidence of wrongdoing, police filed an FIR, and courts refused to cancel it. Police arrested DMK area secretary Ramkumar in the Panjappur area in connection with the land grab. When asked if a retired judge from Puducherry who sold the land would also be arrested, Ramesh stated that legal steps will proceed step-by-step.

TVK Stance And Elections

Addressing other political matters, Ramesh noted that TVK does not need to buy votes in by-elections. He added that if DMK members do not learn to speak with decency and follow C.N. Annadurai's principles of duty, dignity, and discipline, the public across Tamil Nadu will teach them a lesson just like voters did to M.K. Stalin in the Kolathur constituency. Regarding an opposition 'INDIA' bloc protest demanding the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner, Ramesh stated that Chief Minister Vijay will make a formal announcement on whether TVK will take part.

Context

Temple properties in Tamil Nadu are managed under state religious boards, making land encroachment and restoration a frequent point of political friction between ruling and opposition parties. Regional political parties in the state often engage in sharp verbal exchanges and invoke local election outcomes to warn rivals about public sentiment.