Vijay’s body language during Assembly speech was not dignified: Thirumavalavan
VCK founder Thol. Thirumavalavan criticized Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay for his undignified body language during an Assembly speech. The critique also addressed a controversial statement made by the Law Minister regarding the DMK president.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing political tensions and debates over decorum and historical accuracy within the Tamil Nadu state legislature.
Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) founder and Chidambaram M.P., Thol. Thirumavalavan, on Wednesday, said that Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s “body language” during his recent reply to the Demand for Grants in the State Assembly did not reflect a “dignified approach” and was contrary to human dignity.
In a statement, Mr. Thirumavalavan criticised the Chief Minister’s body language, which he said appeared to mock DMK president M.K. Stalin's appearance.
“Under no circumstances is it civilised to belittle or hurt a person’s sense of self-respect. Political criticism directed at an individual is one thing; criticism that personally wounds an individual’s self-respect is another. An approach that hurts even an ordinary person who does not possess the advantages of education, economic means or authority can never be acceptable,” he said.
He also said that the Chief Minister must take greater care as he holds an office of immense dignity and responsibility.
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