Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Appoints Astrologer as Officer on Special Duty
Vijay Appoints Astrologer His OSD, Raising Eyebrows In Congress Camp
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has appointed his astrologer, Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, as his Officer on Special Duty (OSD), sparking controversy among political allies, particularly the Congress party. This decision follows a recent electoral campaign where the astrologer played a significant role in predicting Vijay's success.
- 01Vijay appointed Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as his OSD, causing controversy.
- 02The appointment follows a recent electoral campaign where the astrologer predicted a victory.
- 03Congress leaders have expressed skepticism regarding the need for an astrologer in a government role.
- 04Astrologers have historically influenced political decisions in Tamil Nadu.
- 05Vijay's party, TVK, won 108 out of 234 seats but fell short of a majority.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has stirred controversy by appointing his astrologer, Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, as his Officer on Special Duty (OSD). This decision comes shortly after the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, where Vettrivel had predicted a landslide victory for Vijay's party, the Tamilaga Valvu Kuzhu (TVK). The appointment has raised eyebrows, particularly among leaders of the Congress party, with Congress MP Sasikanth Senthil questioning the rationale behind placing an astrologer in a government role. Historically, astrologers have held significant influence in Tamil Nadu politics, with Vettrivel previously advising former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa. Despite TVK winning 108 out of 234 seats, Vijay could not secure a majority and required support from Congress and other parties to take office.
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The appointment may influence public perception of the government's reliance on superstition in political decision-making.
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