AIADMK will remain the custodian of Muslims: Palaniswami
The Hindu
AIADMK assures Muslims of continued support, opposes CAA, triple talaq, and Uniform Civil Code. Former CM Jayalalithaa's legacy upheld.
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Wednesday assured Muslims that his party would remain their custodian.
Addressing the ‘Iftar’ event organised by his party, Mr. Palaniswami recalled the services rendered by former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa for the welfare of Muslims, and said that it was the late AIADMK leader who had first proposed A.P.J. Abdul Kalam for the post of President.
The policy pursued by her towards the community would continue, Mr. Palaniswami said.
Former Labour Minister A. Anwhar Raajhaa said that his party was opposed to the CItizenship Amendment Act, the ‘triple talaq’, and the Uniform Civil Code.
After Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly R. Ashok’s prediction on Saturday that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will step down in November 2025 triggered intense political discussions in the State, Home Minister G. Parameshwara on Sunday said Mr. Siddaramaiah will continue for the full five-year term.