In a fiery address during a political rally in Salem, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) party, accusing them of “deliberately insulting” Hindu dharma and revealing their true colors. The occasion was charged with political fervor as the upcoming Lok Sabha elections loomed large.
The Shakti Remark and Insult to Hindus
PM Modi’s speech centered around the recent controversy sparked by Rahul Gandhi’s “Shakti” remark. He asserted that the INDIA bloc, comprising the Congress and DMK, had a penchant for undermining Hinduism. “The INDI Alliance people repeatedly and deliberately insult Hinduism,” Modi declared. “Notably, every statement they make against the Hindu religion is very well thought out!”
Drawing attention to the sacred concept of “Shakti” in Hinduism, the Prime Minister emphasized its significance. “Mariamman yahan ki Shakti hai. In Tamil Nadu, Kanchi Kamakshi is ‘Shakti,’ Madurai Meenakshi is ‘Shakti’… Congress, DMK, and the INDI alliance say they will destroy this (Shakti). Hamare shastra sakshi hai ki vinash unka hota hai jo Shakti ko khatam karne ka vichar rakhte hai. In Hindu Dharma, ‘Shakti’ means Matra Shakti, Naari Shakti,” he passionately stated.
DMK’s Treatment of Women: A Dark Chapter
But it wasn’t just about religious sentiments. PM Modi shifted the spotlight to the treatment of women within the DMK. “You all are witness to the kind of behavior INDI alliance does with women,” he asserted. “When former state CM J. Jayalalithaa was alive, you all know how DMK leaders behaved with her. This is DMK’s real face.”
The reference to the late J. Jayalalithaa, a prominent political figure and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, struck a chord with the audience. It highlighted the alleged mistreatment and disrespect she faced from DMK leaders during her tenure.
DMK and Congress: Two Sides of the Same Coin
PM Modi didn’t spare the Congress either. He labeled the DMK and Congress as “two sides of the same coin.” According to him, they represented “big corruption and one family rule.” Drawing a contrast with the progress made by the country after moving away from Congress, he quipped, “When the country got rid of Congress, the country reached 5G technology. But in Tamil Nadu, DMK is running its own 5G—one family’s fifth generation to have control over Tamil Nadu.”
Tamil Nadu’s Decision and the Upcoming Elections
The rally in Salem served as a battleground for political ideologies. PM Modi rallied support for the BJP-NDA (Bharatiya Janata Party-National Democratic Alliance) and urged voters to cast their ballots wisely. “Tamil Nadu has decided that every single vote on April 19 will be given to the BJP-NDA,” he declared.
As the election campaign unfolded, the Prime Minister left no stone unturned in ensuring the development and prosperity of Tamil Nadu. Defense corridors, textile parks, and promises of progress echoed through his speech, leaving the crowd with much to ponder.
In the charged atmosphere of political rallies, Narendra Modi’s words reverberated, shaping the narrative and fueling the electoral fervor. The DMK, now squarely in the spotlight, faces scrutiny over its treatment of women and its alleged insults to Hinduism. As the nation watches, the battle lines are drawn, and the countdown to the polls begins.
