Velankanni Basilica Criticizes TVK for Slogan Chanting During Visit Plans
Velankanni priest says Basilica was not informed about TVK chief Vijay’s plan to visit shrine
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The Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu, India, criticized the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party for chanting slogans during an unannounced visit by party leader Vijay. The parish priest stated that the church administration was not informed about the visit, raising concerns over misinformation.
- 01The Basilica administration condemned the chanting of party slogans inside the church.
- 02TVK leader Vijay's visit to the shrine was not officially communicated to the church.
- 03The incident occurred on May 2, 2026, and was publicly addressed the following day.
- 04The church criticized the lack of regret from the TVK regarding the incident.
- 05Concerns were raised about the spread of misinformation related to the visit.
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The administration of the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu, India, expressed discontent over the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party's actions during an unannounced visit by their leader, Vijay, on May 2, 2026. Parish priest Rev. Fr. Arputharaj stated that the church had not received any official notification regarding the visit. He condemned the chanting of party slogans within the church premises, highlighting the potential for misinformation. The church administration noted that the TVK had not issued any apology for the incident, which raised concerns about respect for the sacred space and the dissemination of false information. The incident was addressed by the priest on May 3, emphasizing the need for communication and respect in such settings.
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This incident highlights the need for political parties to respect religious spaces and communicate properly with religious institutions.
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