Disgrace to public, true representation of DMK: AIADMK's Kovai Sathyan reacts to Ponmudy's remarks

ANI April 11, 2025 205 views

A heated political controversy has erupted in Tamil Nadu after DMK minister K Ponmudy made controversial remarks about Hinduism and women. The AIADMK quickly condemned the statements, with spokesperson Kovai Sathyan calling Ponmudy a "disgrace to the public". DMK has already removed Ponmudy from his party position, but opposition parties are demanding his complete removal from the ministerial post. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between political parties in Tamil Nadu and their approach to religious sensitivities.

"He is a disgrace to the public, and people like him are the true representation of DMK" - Kovai Sathyan, AIADMK Spokesperson
Chennai, April 11: AIADMK National Spokesperson Kovai Sathyan criticised Tamil Nadu Minister K Ponmudy as a "disgrace" to the public and a "true representation" of DMK.

Key Points

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DMK dismisses Ponmudy from deputy post over controversial religious remarks

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BJP demands ministerial removal

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AIADMK calls Stalin a puppet CM

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Kanimozhi condemns minister's vulgar speech

Condemning Ponmudy's reported controversial remarks on women and Hinduism, the AIADMK leader said that they go to any extent to mock a religious belief and practices of a particular section, that too particularly with respect to Hindu religious beliefs.

"He is a disgrace to the public, and people like him are the true representation of DMK and their parent body DK. They go to any extent to mock a religious belief and mock the practices of a particular sect and that too particularly with respect to Hindu religious beliefs...We strongly condemn it..." Sathyan told ANI.

The AIADMK leader further called the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister a puppet CM.

He further said, "MK Stalin is a puppet leader and puppet CM. The AIADMK stands that we don't need NEET in Tamil Nadu, and the BJP stands that they are in for the NEET.

Earlier, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) dismissed Tamil Nadu Forest Minister K Ponmudy from the position of Deputy General Secretary in the party, following his reported controversial remarks on Hinduism and women.

Ponmudy's remarks drew sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party. CR Kesavan demanded his removal from the Ministerial post, stating that he has no "moral rights" to stay as Minister.

Moreover, Kesavan criticised the ruling DMK and accused them of indulging in "mere eyewash" by removing him from just the party's position and not from the Tamil Nadu cabinet.

Taking to social media post on X, the BJP leader wrote, "When the State Emblem of Tamilnadu is a Sacred Temple Gopuram, Ponmudi, after his perverted statements deliberately attacking sacred Hindu symbols to crude sexual innuendos, he has no moral right to continue as Minister of TN Government. DMK is indulging in mere eyewash by removing him from just from the party position. This vile individual should at once be sacked as a Minister."

DMK MP Kanizmozhi condemned Minister Ponmudy's remarks, calling them "unacceptable."

"Minister Ponmudy's recent speech is unacceptable. Regardless of the reason for the speech, such vulgar remarks are condemnable," Kanimozhi posted on X.

DMK Minister K Ponmudy had purportedly made a 'joke' on two different sects of Hinduism, Shaivism and Viashnavism, drawing criticism from multiple leaders.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
Politicians should be more careful with their words. Mocking religious beliefs is never okay, no matter which party you belong to. Glad to see some accountability happening here.
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Rajesh M.
While I agree the remarks were inappropriate, the AIADMK shouldn't act like they're saints either. All parties need to raise their standards 🙏
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Saranya P.
This is why young people are losing faith in politics. Instead of working on real issues, leaders waste time making offensive jokes and then fighting about it 😒
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Vikram S.
At least Kanimozhi had the decency to condemn it from within the party. That shows some integrity. Hope others learn from this example.
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Anitha R.
The focus should be on why such comments were made in the first place. We need better education for our politicians on religious sensitivity! #RespectForAll
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Karthik N.
Not a fan of BJP but they're right about one thing - removing him just from party position isn't enough. Should resign as minister too if we want real consequences.

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Tamil Nadu Politics DMK AIADMK K Ponmudy Hindu Controversy MK Stalin Political Criticism
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