Vaiko begins clearing ‘seemai karuvelam’ trees in Virudhunagar district with volunteers

MDMK leader Vaiko has launched a campaign to remove invasive 'seemai karuvelam' trees in Virudhunagar district to protect local groundwater. He also addressed political issues, including the Mekedatu dam project and his party's relationship with the DMK.
Why it matters
Invasive species management is critical for regional ecological health and water security in Tamil Nadu.
Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) general secretary Vaiko began clearing ‘seemai karuvelam’ trees in Mettamalai village, near Sattur, in Virudhunagar district on Saturday.
The report provides a balanced account of the politician's environmental initiative and his political commentary.
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