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India Today
04-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Tamil Nadu Minister mocks Sanskrit ritual chants: Who the hell understands it
Tamil Nadu Minister EV Velu on Friday mimicked Sanskrit verses typically recited during Hindu wedding ceremonies and questioned why the language, which he claimed is barely understood by common people, receives heavy financial backing from the Union government.'Who the hell even understands that?' Velu asked, referring to Sanskrit chants used by priests during marriages. 'Can two lovers confess their love in Sanskrit? They can do so in Tamil,' he said, adding that Tamil is a living language spoken and understood by people across all walks of Minister was speaking at a public event in Vellore, where he criticised the Centre for allocating Rs 2,500 crore for Sanskrit development while providing only Rs 167 crore for Tamil. He pointed out that Tamil Nadu is the second-highest contributor to Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues in India, yet receives disproportionately less for the promotion of its own classical language. 'By taking our money via GST, they are using it for Sanskrit development. Does anyone even understand Sanskrit? We can say 'I love you' in Tamil. If you go to a marriage function, they speak in Sanskrit. Who the hell even understands that?' Velu said.'Why spend Rs 2,500 crore for development of Sanskrit language that no one understands?' Velu asked, accusing the Union government of neglecting Tamil while favouring a language spoken by a limited section of further remarked that Tamil Nadu has consistently led the country in education and other fields, and deserved better recognition and investment in its linguistic and cultural heritage. 'We need to protect our language,' he month, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin criticised the BJP-led Union government over its alleged bias in language funding, accusing it of favouring Sanskrit while neglecting Tamil and other South Indian a post on social media platform X, Stalin wrote, 'Sanskrit gets the crores; Tamil and other South Indian languages get nothing but crocodile tears. False affection for Tamil; All money for Sanskrit!'Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh had also criticised the central government for what he described as preferential treatment of Sanskrit over other classical languages, he had said, 'Despite India having five other classical languages, only Sanskrit is being given undue prominence. There is a continuous bias.'- Ends IN THIS STORY#Tamil Nadu
New Indian Express
30-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Rope car project at Yelagiri gains steam, ministers pitch for more funds to boost tourism
TIRUPATTUR: Efforts are under way to complete the construction of a rope car at Yelagiri Hills by joining hands with a private organisation, Tourism Minister R Rajendran said on Sunday. He was speaking at the Kodai Vizha (Summer Festival), which returned this year after a gap of six years. The festival was inaugurated by Public Works, Highways and Minor Ports Minister E V Velu and Tourism Minister R Rajendran. Welfare measures worth Rs 1.33 crore were distributed to 37 beneficiaries on the occasion. Speaking at the event, Minister Velu said, 'Yelagiri is often called the 'Nilgiris of the poor'. While the real Nilgiris attracts tourists from other states and even abroad, Yelagiri remains a destination mainly for poor and ordinary people. I request the tourism minister to sanction substantial funds and projects — beyond just a rope car — to develop Yelagiri on par with the Nilgiris so that more tourists will visit.' He further noted that although the state government allocates funds for people-centric schemes, budgetary support for tourism remains limited. 'However, if you pursue this sincerely, central government projects through the Tourism Department can also be secured,' he added. The ministers also inaugurated a flower show at the nature park and a shop run by women's self-help groups at the boathouse. Athletes who secured the top three positions in various sporting events received awards and certificates. District Collector K Sivasoundaravalli presided over the function.
New Indian Express
11-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Tamil Nadu Minister Velu acquitted in 2011 case
TIRUVANNAMALAI: The criminal arbitration court–I in Tiruvannamalai on Tuesday acquitted Minister for Public Works E V Velu and six others in an election code violation case filed in 2011. Velu and seven others were accused of conduting a poll meet in Cheyyar in Tiruvannamalai district without proper permission while the Model Code of Conduct was in place. Justice Revathi, who presided over the final hearing, ruled that the prosecution failed to produce sufficient evidence to establish the charges and aquitted all seven, including the minister. One of the accused had passed away during the course of the trial.
New Indian Express
09-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Kallakurichi Collectorate to be ready by Sept 2025, says Minister Velu
KALLAKURICHI: Minister for Public Works E V Velu on Sunday announced that the construction of the new Kallakurichi District Collectorate is expected to be completed by September 2025 and will be inaugurated in the same month, aiming to enhance administrative efficiency for the public and government officials. Minister Velu, accompanied by District Collector M S Prasanth, inspected the ongoing works at the site located in Veerachozhapuram. The visit was also attended by MPs and MLAs including Kallakurichi MP D Malaiarasan, Rishivandiyam MLA Vasantham K Karthikeyan, and Sankarapuram MLA T A Udhayasooriyan. The grand eight-storey complex is coming up on 35.18 acres at an estimated cost of Rs 139.41 crore. The integrated facility will house all major district-level government departments under one roof and will also feature a bank, post office, ATM, and a landscaped park. During the inspection, the team reviewed the quality of construction, materials used, and compliance with project specifications. Plans for developing internal roads and the park were also finalised during the site visit. Officials said around 60% of the construction work has been completed, and the project is progressing on a 24-hour schedule to ensure timely delivery. Minister Velu assured that construction quality is being meticulously monitored and verified at each stage.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Time of India
Work on four-lane road to Alagarkovil to be completed by Nov
Madurai: State public works department (PWD) minister E V Velu on Wednesday inspected road development work for the Melur-Alagarkovil Road expansion to reduce traffic congestion on the major road connecting Alagarkovil hill, where the famous Sundararaja Perumal (Kallazhagar) Temple is located. The work is being undertaken at Rs221 crore under the chief minister's road development programme. Melur-Alagarkovil Road gets a lot of traffic daily, especially because of devotees visiting the Kallazhagar temple . Hence, it was planned and proposed to expand this existing two-lane, 3.14km long stretch from Kallandhiri bridge to Alagarkovil into four-lane to ease traffic congestion. Velu, who was accompanied by state commercial taxes minister P Moorthy, instructed officials to complete the work at the earliest and open the road for public use. Meanwhile, officials said that already two phases as part of the project in 2023 were completed at a cost of Rs20 crore each. In the first phase, a two-lane road connected Alagarkovil Road in Madurai city limits to the outskirts. The second phase consisted of a four-lane road that connected to Kallandhiri under Madurai rural district limits. The final phase from Kallandhiri bridge to Alagarkovil, is to be completed by Nov this year. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Glicemia alta? Pingue isso na água antes de dormir Saúde Melhor Idade Veja agora Undo The PWD minister later inspected various ongoing works in Sivaganga district, including at Keeladi. Velu examined the model videos of the structure for the open air museum at Keeladi being established at a cost of 17.8 crores and instructed the officials to complete the works at the earliest. Meanwhile, Velu, Moorthy, and state IT minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan oversaw the work at Uthangudi for the DMK's upcoming general executive committee meeting to be held in Madurai on June 1.
