AIADMK's Palaniswami Accuses DMK of Misusing Voter Data in Tamil Nadu Elections
T.N. Assembly elections: DMK is using data obtained during Oraniyil Tamil Nadu to canvass votes, says Palaniswami
The Hindu
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Edappadi K. Palaniswami, general secretary of the AIADMK party, has accused the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party of using personal data collected during the Oraniyil Tamil Nadu campaign to solicit votes through phone calls. He raised concerns about the misuse of sensitive information like Aadhaar details and urged voters to be cautious.
- 01AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami alleges DMK is misusing voter data.
- 02Concerns raised about the collection of phone numbers and Aadhaar details.
- 03Palaniswami warns voters about potential misuse of their personal information.
- 04Accusations made against Chief Minister M.K. Stalin regarding press freedom.
- 05Calls for voters to remain vigilant about their shared information.
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Edappadi K. Palaniswami, the general secretary of the AIADMK (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) party, has alleged that the ruling DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) is using personal data collected during the Oraniyil Tamil Nadu campaign to influence voters. He claims that voters are receiving unsolicited phone calls urging them to support the DMK, utilizing sensitive information such as phone numbers, Aadhaar details, and photographs gathered during the campaign. Palaniswami expressed concern over the potential misuse of this data, emphasizing that individuals had shared their information in good faith. He also criticized Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for allegedly suppressing press freedom and targeting dissenters. Palaniswami's statements highlight the ongoing political tensions in Tamil Nadu as the state prepares for elections.
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This situation raises concerns among voters about the security of their personal information and the integrity of the electoral process in Tamil Nadu.
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