It is nobody’s business when or how many times I meet my people, says Vijay
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK president C. Joseph Vijay defended his frequent constituency visits during a campaign roadshow in Dharapuram. He also criticized the DMK leadership for their comments regarding his party's candidate and vowed to protect the dignity of women in politics.
Why it matters
The rhetoric highlights the intensifying rivalry between the ruling DMK and the emerging TVK party in the lead-up to regional elections.
The scorching afternoon heat did not deter the supporters of TVK president and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay at the roadshow in Dharapuram (SC) on Sunday, the final day of campaigning for the byelection.
Sporting bandanas and scarves, scores of school and college-going boys and girls, a number of them waiting with their parents, besides youths and the elderly, were seen rooting for Mr. Vijay as his convoy passed through. And, an equally-enthusiastic Mr. Vijay could also be seen waving to the crowd. The supporters had come hours ahead from across Dharapuram (SC) constituency and from places, including Vellakovil and Pollachi, to catch a glimpse of the Chief Minister. Mr. Vijay reached Dharapuram from the Coimbatore airport in a helicopter.
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