DMK MP Kanimozhi Condemns Union Education Minister's 'Uncivilised' Remarks

DMK MP Kanimozhi NVN Somu criticized Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for labeling DMK MPs and Tamil Nadu residents 'uncivilised.' Calling it derogatory and unparliamentary, Kanimozhi highlighted Tamil Nadu's opposition to NEP's three-language policy and moved a breach of privilege notice against Pradhan for misleading statements.

In a heated session of Parliament, DMK MP Kanimozhi NVN Somu condemned Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for his remarks describing DMK MPs and Tamil Nadu's citizens as "uncivilised." Somu labeled these comments as unbecoming and unparliamentary, sparking further debate over respectful discourse in national politics.

The discord arises amid ongoing debates around the National Education Policy (NEP), which Tamil Nadu opposes due to its controversial three-language policy. Kanimozhi reaffirmed the state's concerns and opposition despite national pressure to comply with the NEP.

(With inputs from agencies.)