TVK Embraces Secular Social Justice Principles: Vijay
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TVK Embraces Secular Social Justice Principles: Vijay

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The TVK has committed to secular social justice principles, with leaders like Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, B.R. Ambedkar, and Rani Velu Nachiyar guiding the party's ideology. The party emphasizes equality, transcending religion and gender, and upholding democratic rights. Some of their action plans include bringing back education to the State list, abolishing the NEET, and setting up a department for protection of women.

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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin honour Periyar's legacy in Vaikom Satyagraha
1 week, 4 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin honour Periyar's legacy in Vaikom Satyagraha

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin emphasised the need to continue Periyar’s legacy by fighting caste and gender inequalities during the inauguration of the renovated Thanthai Periyar Memorial and Periyar Library at Vaikom, Kottayam, in Kerala. Addressing the public event held to mark the valedictory function of the centenary celebrations of the Vaikom Satyagraha, a movement that saw the active …

Why Anti-Hindi Protests Shaped Tamil Politics For 60 Years - And Still Matter Today
1 month, 1 week ago

Why Anti-Hindi Protests Shaped Tamil Politics For 60 Years - And Still Matter Today

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 11, 2024 21:32 IST - 12 MINS READ The 1960s were a time of student uprisings across the world. R. Vijaya Sankar’s timely translation of Hindi Imperialism, whose author, Aladi Aruna, was an active participant in the anti-Hindi agitations and later became an important leader in the DMK, should kindle interest in this crucial political movement of …

Actor Vijay’s TVK Party Launch: Star Power Meets Ideological Confusion in Tamil Nadu Politics
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Actor Vijay’s TVK Party Launch: Star Power Meets Ideological Confusion in Tamil Nadu Politics

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 08, 2024 22:53 IST - 10 MINS READ When the Tamil film star “Thalapathy” Vijay, or General Vijay as his fans fondly call him, stepped on to the podium on October 27 to deliver a 45-minute speech, he was greeted by roars and applause in a charged and theatrical event that opened yet another exciting chapter in …

New Political Star Rises in Tamil Nadu, But Can They Conquer Division?
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

New Political Star Rises in Tamil Nadu, But Can They Conquer Division?

The Hindu  

Actor and TVK leader Vijay has launched a new political party with a focus on fighting divisive forces and corruption. While his policies and programs seem promising, converting his huge fan base into a fighting political force is a challenge. The party's emphasis on the word 'secular' is a refreshing change from the usual political rhetoric. However, the party's promise …

Tamil Star's Political Ambitions Ignite a New Debate
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Star's Political Ambitions Ignite a New Debate

Hindustan Times  

Tamil filmstar Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar's first state-level conference of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) drew a large crowd of around three lakh people in the nondescript town of Vikravandi, south of Chennai. The event showcased Vijay's star power and attracted young, curious, and unaligned Tamil voters. However, Vijay faces the challenge of sustaining public interest in his party and attracting young …

TVK Founder Vijay: Dravidian Ideals and Tamil Nationalism Reigns Supreme
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TVK Founder Vijay: Dravidian Ideals and Tamil Nationalism Reigns Supreme

New Indian Express  

TVK founder Vijay outlines his party's ideological stance at the inaugural conclave. He declares the BJP as his ideological enemy and the DMK as his political adversary, highlighting that he views both parties as divisive forces. Vijay emphasizes that TVK's core ideology is equality at birth, but also points to the party's stance on corruption and the culture of corruption …

Vijay's Bold Take on DMK and BJP at TVK State Conference
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Vijay's Bold Take on DMK and BJP at TVK State Conference

New Indian Express  

Actor-turned-politician Vijay addressed his maiden political public meeting at the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's (TVK) first state conference in Vikravandi on Sunday. He took on both the BJP and the ruling DMK without directly naming them, highlighting their divisive political ideologies and goals. Vijay emphasized the importance of secular principles and women's development as the party's goals, while also acknowledging the …

TVK's Ideology: A Blend of Dravidian Principles and Tamil Nationalism
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TVK's Ideology: A Blend of Dravidian Principles and Tamil Nationalism

New Indian Express  

TVK's ideology is a blend of Dravidian principles and Tamil nationalism, with a focus on proportional representation and state autonomy. The party advocates for a two-language policy, with Tamil being the administrative language in government and courts, and a drug-free society. TVK also emphasizes the importance of protecting natural resources and combating climate change.

TVK Founder Defines Political Enemies, Sparks Controversy
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

TVK Founder Defines Political Enemies, Sparks Controversy

New Indian Express  

TVK founder Vijay outlines his party's ideological stance at the inaugural conclave. He declares the BJP and DMK as his ideological enemies and says those who promote divisive politics are his political opponents. Vijay also says TVK has an enemy when it says 'equality at birth' is its core ideology, and that the party's focus is on fighting corruption by …

Pawan Kalyan Congratulates Vijay on Maiden Political Rally in Tamil Nadu
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pawan Kalyan Congratulates Vijay on Maiden Political Rally in Tamil Nadu

India Today  

Actor Pawan Kalyan congratulates actor Vijay on his maiden political rally in Tamil Nadu. Vijay, in his maiden speech, targeted the DMK and the BJP, accusing them of corruption and fascism respectively. He also praised social justice icons of Tamil Nadu, such as EVR Periyar and K Kamaraj, in his speech.

TVK Declares DMK and BJP Rivals in 2026 Assembly Elections
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TVK Declares DMK and BJP Rivals in 2026 Assembly Elections

Deccan Chronicle  

TVK Founder Vijay declares DMK as political rival and the BJP as ideological opponent. He emphasizes the abolition of corruption and graft, and outlines his party's principles and goals, including women's rights, education, and social justice. Vijay also takes a clear stance against NEET and other contentious issues, and emphasizes his commitment to playing people's politics and devising schemes for …

TVK's Ideology: A Clash of Ideologies and a Family's Greed
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TVK's Ideology: A Clash of Ideologies and a Family's Greed

ABP News  

Tamil actor and TVK founder Vijay has taken a strong stance against divisive forces and corrupt entities, accusing them of undermining the party's ideology. He specifically targets the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and its leadership, claiming that they are painting people with certain colors and engaging in divisive politics. Vijay emphasizes that the party's enemies are those who oppose its …

TVK Sets Fiery Tone, Names BJP and DMK as Political Enemies
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

TVK Sets Fiery Tone, Names BJP and DMK as Political Enemies

India Today  

Actor Vijay sets a decisive tone at his party's inaugural conference, identifying the BJP and DMK as ideological and political opponents, respectively. He emphasizes the importance of the youth leading the change and outlines TVK's principles, including social justice, women's empowerment, and tackling corruption and inequality. Vijay asserts that TVK is the first party to include a woman as an …

Vijay: Everything for Everyone, a Snake-Like Political Journey
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vijay: Everything for Everyone, a Snake-Like Political Journey

New Indian Express  

Vijay, the leader of the DMK, unveils his political objective in his first speech at the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) state conference. He declares that everything for everyone is the party's ideological stand, emphasizing simplicity and direct communication. Vijay criticizes the existing style of political speeches, stating that they are overly long and repetitive. He outlines his party's ideological leaders, …

Giant Cut-Outs of Tamil Leaders Draw Attention at Vijay's Political Conference
2 months ago

Giant Cut-Outs of Tamil Leaders Draw Attention at Vijay's Political Conference

Deccan Chronicle  

Giant cut-outs of prominent leaders of the new party, Vijay, will be welcoming the participants of the maiden conference of the Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), the new party launched by actor Vijay, at V Salai village near Vikravandi in Villupuram district. The 170-acre venue, sandwiched between a highway and railway track, has become the most searched location on Google maps, …

PMK committed to social justice, says Anbumani
3 months ago

PMK committed to social justice, says Anbumani

New Indian Express  

VILLUPURAM: PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss said on Tuesday that the party has been fighting for social justice for the past 55 years. Speaking to the reporters, Anbumani said, “Our party has fully adhered to Periyar’s principles, unlike others who only use his ideas in speeches. Ramadoss has been fighting for the oppressed, the cheated, and the Scheduled Caste people to …

Vijay gets support from Khushbu Sundar, Anirudh Ravichander and other celebrities post announcing his political party
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Vijay gets support from Khushbu Sundar, Anirudh Ravichander and other celebrities post announcing his political party

Hindustan Times  

Thalapathy Vijay confirmed rumours swirling around for a while on Friday when he announced a new political party titled, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Vijay announced his political party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam on Friday ‘Most awaited moment’ Khushbu Sundar, who is also an actor-politician, wrote, “Most awaited moment. Even though as a fan I will miss watching his films on the big …

Prospects for Dravidian renewal
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Prospects for Dravidian renewal

The Hindu  

The Madras High Court effectively gave former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Edappadi K. Palaniswami a shot in the arm when it saw off, this week, an interim challenge to his control of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam issued by former Deputy Chief Minister and party coordinator O. Panneerselvam. As a five-time Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Karunanidhi …

Revisiting social justice under the Dravidian model
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Revisiting social justice under the Dravidian model

The Hindu  

Dravidian politics in Tamil Nadu has played a significant role in democratising the public space for wider participation. Even though the Sattanathan commission had recommended economic criteria and taking out certain castes out of reservation benefits, due to political and electoral reasons, the government increased the quota for Other Backward Classes from 25% to 31% and for Scheduled Castes /Scheduled …

The kernel of Sri Lanka’s waterfront protests
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The kernel of Sri Lanka’s waterfront protests

The Hindu  

For 30 days in Sri Lanka’s own ‘Gota go gama’, a space carved out by protesters in front of the Presidential Secretariat, Sri Lankans responded to a vision of an alternative Sri Lanka — one that was democratic, non-violent, inclusive and creative; where youth would find a special place and where fear no longer would be the governing principle. Inspired …

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