Tamil Nadu Politics Heat Up Over Ambedkar Remarks: War of Words Between Ministers

Tamil Nadu's Law Minister S Regupathy critiqued AIADMK's Edappadi K Palaniswami for his silence over Union Minister Amit Shah's remarks on B R Ambedkar. Palaniswami responded, dismissing Regupathy's comments while aligning with former Minister D Jayakumar's reaction, defending Ambedkar against Shah's perceived disrespect.

Tamil Nadu's political arena is witnessing tensions as Law Minister S Regupathy challenges AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on his silence regarding comments made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah concerning B R Ambedkar.

Palaniswami, addressing the issue, dismissed Regupathy's remarks. He aligned with AIADMK's former state minister D Jayakumar, who had previously reacted to Shah's statements, calling Ambedkar a leader to be respected and any denigration unacceptable.

The political exchanges underline a broader ideological clash, spotlighting Ambedkar's significance and the contentious interpretations of his legacy within Indian politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)