Tamil Nadu Government Revokes Astrologer's Appointment Amid Backlash
‘Failed To Predict His Own Fate’: AIADMK Takes Jibe After Vijay Revokes Astrologer Appointment
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The Tamil Nadu government led by the Tamil Nadu Vizhuthugal Katchi (TVK) revoked the appointment of astrologer Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty after facing significant criticism from opposition parties and allies. The AIADMK party mocked the decision, suggesting that the astrologer failed to predict his own fate.
- 01The appointment of astrologer Radhan Pandit Vettrivel was revoked by the Tamil Nadu government.
- 02The decision faced backlash from both opposition parties and allies, leading to its cancellation.
- 03AIADMK leader IS Inbadurai criticized the astrologer for failing to foresee his own fate.
- 04The DMDK party questioned the credentials of the astrologer in his new role.
- 05Calls were made for the government to prioritize scientific thinking over astrology.
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The Tamil Nadu government, led by the Tamil Nadu Vizhuthugal Katchi (TVK), has revoked the appointment of astrologer Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty (Political) following intense criticism from various political factions. The appointment, which was made amid the counting of votes during the electoral campaign, sparked controversy, with opposition parties like the AIADMK and DMDK questioning the decision. AIADMK leader IS Inbadurai mocked the situation, stating that the astrologer failed to predict his own fate. Other parties, including Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), CPIM, and CPI, also expressed disapproval, urging the government to focus on rational and scientific thinking rather than superstitions. In light of the backlash, Chief Minister Vijay indicated that the appointment could be revoked, which ultimately led to the cancellation of Vettrivel's position.
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The revocation of the astrologer's appointment reflects the government's responsiveness to public and political pressure, emphasizing the need for rational governance in Tamil Nadu.
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