Vaiko Criticizes PM SHRI Scheme, Warns Against Hindi Imposition in Tamil Nadu
Vaiko opposes PM SHRI scheme, calls it Hindi imposition on Tamil Nadu
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Vaiko, General Secretary of the Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK), has opposed the PM SHRI three-language scheme, viewing it as an imposition of Hindi in Tamil Nadu. He urged Chief Minister Vijay to reject the scheme, citing historical anti-Hindi agitations and the sacrifices made by Tamils in resisting Hindi dominance.
- 01Vaiko emphasized the historical significance of the anti-Hindi agitations of 1938 and 1965, which he claims resulted in the deaths of many Tamils.
- 02He referenced former Chief Minister CN Annadurai's declaration that only Tamil and English should be used in Tamil Nadu, a stance upheld by successive governments.
- 03Vaiko warned that accepting the PM SHRI scheme would betray the sacrifices of those who fought against Hindi imposition.
- 04He expressed support for Tamil Nadu Minister Rajmohan's statement against the PM SHRI scheme, which he found encouraging.
- 05Vaiko urged Chief Minister Vijay to uphold the sentiments of Tamil-conscious citizens by rejecting the scheme.
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Vaiko, the General Secretary of the Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK), has voiced strong opposition to the PM SHRI three-language scheme, asserting that it represents an attempt to impose Hindi on Tamil Nadu. In his statement, Vaiko recalled the historic anti-Hindi agitations of 1938 and 1965, during which many Tamils lost their lives fighting against Hindi imposition. He highlighted the legacy of former Chief Minister CN Annadurai, who declared that only Tamil and English should be recognized in the state, a position that has been maintained by subsequent governments. Vaiko warned that accepting the PM SHRI scheme would betray the sacrifices made by those who opposed Hindi dominance. He also noted Tamil Nadu Minister Rajmohan's supportive remarks against the scheme and appealed to Chief Minister Vijay to reject it, emphasizing that doing so would align with the sentiments of Tamil-conscious citizens. The PM SHRI scheme remains a contentious issue in Tamil Nadu, where many political factions view it as an imposition of Hindi.
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The rejection of the PM SHRI scheme could preserve Tamil language prominence in education and governance, aligning with the historical sentiments of Tamil Nadu's populace.
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