Mohamed Rafi, leader of the Tamil Nadu Interfaith Harmony Movement, announced support for the DMK alliance in the forthcoming parliamentary elections, emphasizing the need for unity and peace, and rejecting any form of control over personal freedoms by the current government.
Coimbatore: In a significant political endorsement, the Tamil Nadu Interfaith Harmony Movement, led by Mohamed Rafi, has declared its support for the DMK alliance in the upcoming parliamentary elections. The announcement was made during a state general assembly meeting in the Sai Baba Colony of Coimbatore, where various resolutions, including campaign support for DMK across 40 constituencies in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, were adopted.
Rafi, addressing the media following the meeting, elaborated on the resolutions passed and expressed hope that both the Union and Tamil Nadu governments would implement them to foster peace and harmony nationwide. He praised the Dravidian model of governance under Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for promoting brotherhood and inclusivity, highlighting the administration's achievements in temple restoration, addressing minority education and employment issues, and supporting religious infrastructure development without discrimination.
The movement's decision to support the DMK alliance stems from concerns over restrictions on personal freedoms, such as dress and diet, under the current BJP-led government. Rafi criticized the central government for economic pressures on the common man, including fuel and cooking gas price hikes, and contrasted this with the developmental strides made in Tamil Nadu under the DMK's leadership since 1967.
Highlighting the state's progress in education, employment, infrastructure, and industrial development, Rafi pointed out that Tamil Nadu stands as a model state in India. He also noted significant investments in Coimbatore, including the announcement of a textile park and a park, which are expected to benefit the Kongu region and provide employment opportunities for the youth.
Rafi's statement underscores the interfaith movement's commitment to a governance model that upholds unity, equality, and harmony, reflecting a broader call for change in the national political landscape.
Rafi, addressing the media following the meeting, elaborated on the resolutions passed and expressed hope that both the Union and Tamil Nadu governments would implement them to foster peace and harmony nationwide. He praised the Dravidian model of governance under Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for promoting brotherhood and inclusivity, highlighting the administration's achievements in temple restoration, addressing minority education and employment issues, and supporting religious infrastructure development without discrimination.
The movement's decision to support the DMK alliance stems from concerns over restrictions on personal freedoms, such as dress and diet, under the current BJP-led government. Rafi criticized the central government for economic pressures on the common man, including fuel and cooking gas price hikes, and contrasted this with the developmental strides made in Tamil Nadu under the DMK's leadership since 1967.
Highlighting the state's progress in education, employment, infrastructure, and industrial development, Rafi pointed out that Tamil Nadu stands as a model state in India. He also noted significant investments in Coimbatore, including the announcement of a textile park and a park, which are expected to benefit the Kongu region and provide employment opportunities for the youth.
Rafi's statement underscores the interfaith movement's commitment to a governance model that upholds unity, equality, and harmony, reflecting a broader call for change in the national political landscape.