Alliance in danger, not religion: MK Stalin slams BJP-AIADMK for divisive politics
'They tried gimmicks like missed calls to attract people. When that didn't work, they started misusing God's name. But this is Tamil Nadu, the land of Periyar, cherished by Anna and retrieved by Kalaignar. People will not fall for their false devotion,' he said.The Chief Minister also pointed out that the DMK government has taken several steps for the welfare of all religions.'In the past four years, kumbabishekam (a temple consecration ceremony) was done for 3,000 temples. Rs 84 crore was spent on the betterment of churches and mosques,' Stalin said, adding that those doing religious politics are unable to tolerate this.Taking a dig at the AIADMK, Stalin condemned the party for remaining silent when Periyar and Anna were allegedly insulted during the Murugan Conference.advertisement'They are showing videos mocking these leaders, while the party that carries Anna's name watches it silently with folded hands. They have pledged the name of Anna. If we don't stop them now, they will pledge Tamil Nadu tomorrow,' Stalin warned, urging people to teach them a lesson.Stalin further alleged that the Union government's schemes are designed to burden the states. 'For a scheme where Rs 1.70 lakh is sanctioned, 40 per cent has to be borne by the state. Funds are not given properly,' he said.'The real danger is not to religion but to the NDA alliance in Tamil Nadu,' Stalin said.- Ends
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