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Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi: Tamil Nadu’s uncompromising Dalit party

Despite its growth in stature, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi has to settle for a minor role in the alliance

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‘Christianity has become flexible to India’s caste system’

Christianity has adapted to India's caste system, VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan explains in Chennai.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister inaugurates 'Thozhi' hostel for working women, protests held demanding ballot papers in Lok Sabha elections.

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Notwithstanding Ponmudy’s conviction, VCK keen on Villupuram LS seat

VCK hopes to retain Villupuram Lok Sabha seat in 2024, despite DMK ally K. Ponmudy's conviction in a disproportionate assets case.

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VCK to organise State-wide protests against Union government for not providing sufficient flood relief

VCK to organise State-wide protests against Union govt for alleged failure to support TN flood victims & undermining democracy.

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Congress, VCK condemn Parliament security breach and suspension of Opposition MPs

K.S. Alagiri & Thol. Thirumavalavan criticize security breach in Parliament & suspension of Opposition MPs, demanding response from Tamil Nadu BJP president & Union Home Minister's resignation.

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Centre should intervene to stop demolition of temples in Sri Lanka: VCK leader

VCK founder Thirumavalavan urges BJP-led govt to intervene in Sri Lanka to stop demolition of Hindu temples; praises CM Stalin for relief works & memorial to social reformer. #HinduTemples #SriLanka #CMStalin #INDIACoalition #ParliamentaryElections #ReliefWorks #Memorial

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Atrocities against Dalits happen irrespective of whether DMK or AIADMK is in power: Thirumavalavan

VCK founder Thirumavalavan rejects charge of being "too soft" on DMK. VCK has protested against Dalit atrocities in Vengaivayal, Krishnagiri, Madurai, Tirunelveli. Adopted two resolutions critical of State govt. Urged to pass SC/ST sub-plan laws, conduct socio-economic caste census, end proliferation of drugs. Criticised police inaction, praised CM's intervention. Urged…

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TNCC, VCK call for meeting of office-bearers

TNCC preps for 2024 LS polls, VCK to hold mega rally in Tiruchi. Rally to bring together CM Stalin, CPI(M) Yechury, CPI Raja, Dipankar Bhattacharya, Kharge. TNCC to fill booth-level agent posts, VCK hopes to mobilise 2 lakh people for rally to clarify difference between faith in God and discrimination.

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TNCC, VCK condemn Governor for returning legislative Bills

TNCC and VCK condemn Governor R.N. Ravi for returning Bills passed by Assembly. They allege ulterior motive and demand his resignation or recall by Centre. CM Stalin urged to pass resolution at Special Session of Assembly.

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VCK condoles Sankaraiah’s death, says memorial must be built for him

Thol. Thirumavalavan urges TN govt to build memorial for departed Marxist leader Sankariah who was jailed nine yrs for protesting Colonial govt & founding member of CPM. Despite TN govt wanting to give him an honarary doctorate, Governor R.N. Ravi prevented it.

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Residents of Hallan Nagar in Udhagamandalam forced to undertake perilous trek through forest to reach nearest road

Residents of Hallan Nagar, mostly Dalit labourers, are denied access to a right of way, forcing them to walk 2 km through a perilous forest. They carry ailing and deceased family members on crudely-fashioned stretchers. VCK has taken up the fight to gain road access for the community, while residents…

The Hindu

I stand by my opinion on ‘Sanatana Dharma’, will face issue legally, says Udhayanidhi

Udhayanidhi Stalin stands by his position on 'Sanatana Dharma' row. He met Thirumavalavan to seek support for signature campaign against NEET. He asked AIADMK to continue support for fight against NEET and protect rights of students. Rahul Gandhi backed TN's demand to be exempted from NEET. Udhayanidhi will meet leaders…

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VCK, Cong. training booth agents in a bid to make a difference in Lok Sabha election

Congress, VCK train booth agents to boost electoral success; DMK leading the way. Both parties hope to build on their success in 2021 Assembly election, with Congress winning 18 of 25 seats and VCK 4 of 6. Meetings held in various regions to apprise booth agents of their role and…

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

37 TN fishermen arrested, 5 boats seized by SL Navy; CM Stalin urges Centre to take steps; TTV Dhinakaran protests; relay fast announced; Easwaran shot dead by Forest Dept; VCK spokesperson Vikraman booked for cheating woman advocate.

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For more Dalit-Adivasi presence in INDIA

BJP faces tough fight in 2024 elections due to INDIA alliance. Alliance lacks major Dalit parties, raising doubts about social justice agenda. VCK from TN is only Dalit party in alliance. Dalits & Adivasis form 25% of India's population & have been historically deprived. BSP, JMM, VBA & VCK have…

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VCK leader Thirumavalavan demands caste survey in T.N.

VCK founder Thirumavalavan claims Bihar survey reveals upper castes enjoy 50% reservations, while 63% of backward classes confined to 30%. Demands Union govt enact law to grant powers to States to make laws on reservations. Urges TN govt to conduct caste survey, increase SC/ST reservations to 21%. Criticizes Union govt…

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VCK hopes to set the tone for Lok Sabha election in Tiruchi rally

VCK founder Thirumavalavan brings together leaders of major parties for rally in Tiruchi to mark 25 yrs of electoral politics. INDIA bloc of Opposition parties to participate in rally titled 'Democracy will win'. VCK stands firm in opposition to BJP, calls for united Opposition against it. #VCK #INDIA #BJP #DemocracyWillWin

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Thirumavalavan urges OBC communities to reject RSS-BJP

Thol. Thirumavalavan urges OBCs & OBC leaders to rethink support for RSS-BJP as they opposed reservations for OBCs. Rahul Gandhi's demand for Socioeconomic Caste Census made mainstream. V.P. Singh sacrificed govt. to provide reservations for OBCs. Periyar spoke of providing representation based on population. CWC passed resolution for no upper…

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Thirumavalavan lays groundwork in north Tamil Nadu for Lok Sabha elections

VCK leader Thirumavalavan urges party to start preparations for 2024 LS elections. Booth agents in 14 districts asked to form committees in 71 assembly constituencies. Thirumavalavan may contest from Chidambaram. He urges opposition to set date for rally, finalise seat-sharing plan, spread info on irregularities & devise strategies against hate…

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Declare area where the caste violence took place in Tirunelveli as ‘atrocity prone’ zone: Thirumavalavan

Thol. Thirumavalavan demands TN govt declare area where SC student & sister faced caste violence an 'atrocity-prone zone'. He calls out caste & religious groups for promoting caste markers & symbols. VCK Assembly floor leader Sinthanai Selvan to hold public meeting to mark Thirumavalavan's 60th year celebrations.

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Thol. Thirumavalavan among INDIA bloc delegates visiting Manipur

Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder and Chidambaram MP Thol. Thirumavalavan was among the delegation of the opposition led INDIA bloc to visit Manipur on Sunday to assess the situation that has seen continuing ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities. Meanwhile, Mr. Thirumavalavan on Sunday announced a list of district…

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MPs from opposition alliance INDIA arrive in Delhi from Manipur

The MPs of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (I.N.D.I.A) arrived at Delhi airport on Sunday from Manipur. Read further on Dynamite News:

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“Shared whatever we experienced”: Oppn delegation meets Manipur Governor, submits memorandum

The visiting delegation of Opposition leaders from the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (I.N.D.I.A) on Sunday met Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey at Raj Bhawan, handing over a memorandum to her. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"Peace needs to be restored in Manipur:" Opposition delegation ahead of visit to state

Members of the opposition’s Indian National Development Inclusive Alliance or I.N.D.I.A on Saturday said during their visit to Manipur, they will try to meet members of both the communities hit by violence that had broken out nearly three months ago in the state. Read further on Dynamite News:

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