Stalin Hits Back at Vijay, Defends DMK Legacy
What Happened
DMK president M K Stalin strongly responded to C Joseph Vijay's recent Assembly remarks on the Emergency-era MISA and the Sarkaria Commission. Stalin recalled his 1976 arrest under MISA and alleged custodial torture, saying the DMK's struggle during the Emergency is part of recorded history and "cannot be changed." He also said a Chief Minister's words and body language should reflect the dignity of the office.
Key Takeaways
The exchange marks a fresh escalation in the political battle between the ruling TVK and the opposition DMK. While Vijay said his Assembly gesture was unintentional, Stalin accused him of creating unnecessary controversies and urged him to focus on governance rather than revisiting historical allegations.