DMDK members staged a protest in Coimbatore against the electricity tariff hike, demanding fair distribution of goods in ration shops and release of Cauvery water for farmers. The demonstration took place in front of the South Tahsildar office.
Coimbatore: Members of the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) staged a protest in front of the South Tahsildar office in Coimbatore on Wednesday. The demonstration was held to condemn the recent electricity tariff hike, demand proper distribution of goods in fair price shops, and call for the release of Cauvery water to benefit farmers.
Key DMDK functionaries participated in the protest wearing black attire, symbolizing their dissent. Over a hundred DMDK volunteers raised slogans and held banners criticizing the ruling DMK government. In a unique display of protest, DMDK women members ground rice on stone grinders and pounded rice in mortars to express their disapproval of the electricity tariff increase.
DMDK Deputy Secretary Parthasarathy, addressing the gathering, said, "Since the DMK came to power, electricity tariffs have been increased three times. Moreover, people report that for the past two months, essential items like palm oil and pulses have not been available in ration shops. These actions, which burden the poor, are highly condemnable. The DMK government should roll back the electricity tariff hike and ensure proper distribution of goods in fair price shops."
Parthasarathy further emphasized the plight of delta region farmers, urging the DMK government to negotiate with its alliance partner, the Congress government in Karnataka, to secure the release of Cauvery water.
The DMDK leader also raised concerns about law and order in the state. "It's often said that when DMK comes to power, it's the reign of rowdies. Since DMK took office, there have been 590 murder incidents, indicating a severe breakdown of law and order. The Chief Minister should take action through the police department under his control to prevent this," he stated.
Parthasarathy highlighted the rampant sale of narcotic substances across Tamil Nadu, particularly expressing concern over the impact on college students. He criticized the government's response to such inquiries, stating, "When questions are raised about this issue, they deflect through media channels, claiming 'no drug sales are happening.'"
The protest saw a significant turnout, with DMDK members expressing their discontent through various means, drawing attention to issues they believe are affecting the common people of Tamil Nadu under the current DMK government.
Key DMDK functionaries participated in the protest wearing black attire, symbolizing their dissent. Over a hundred DMDK volunteers raised slogans and held banners criticizing the ruling DMK government. In a unique display of protest, DMDK women members ground rice on stone grinders and pounded rice in mortars to express their disapproval of the electricity tariff increase.
DMDK Deputy Secretary Parthasarathy, addressing the gathering, said, "Since the DMK came to power, electricity tariffs have been increased three times. Moreover, people report that for the past two months, essential items like palm oil and pulses have not been available in ration shops. These actions, which burden the poor, are highly condemnable. The DMK government should roll back the electricity tariff hike and ensure proper distribution of goods in fair price shops."
Parthasarathy further emphasized the plight of delta region farmers, urging the DMK government to negotiate with its alliance partner, the Congress government in Karnataka, to secure the release of Cauvery water.
The DMDK leader also raised concerns about law and order in the state. "It's often said that when DMK comes to power, it's the reign of rowdies. Since DMK took office, there have been 590 murder incidents, indicating a severe breakdown of law and order. The Chief Minister should take action through the police department under his control to prevent this," he stated.
Parthasarathy highlighted the rampant sale of narcotic substances across Tamil Nadu, particularly expressing concern over the impact on college students. He criticized the government's response to such inquiries, stating, "When questions are raised about this issue, they deflect through media channels, claiming 'no drug sales are happening.'"
The protest saw a significant turnout, with DMDK members expressing their discontent through various means, drawing attention to issues they believe are affecting the common people of Tamil Nadu under the current DMK government.