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IUML Chief Praises TN CM Vijay for Closing 717 Liquor Shops Near Sensitive Areas

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay ordered the closure of 717 TASMAC liquor shops near schools, temples, and bus stations within two weeks. IUML chief KM Kader Mohideen praised the move, noting that people had been agitated about these outlets for years. Mohideen also lauded Vijay's inclusive approach in reaching out to political parties across the spectrum. The decision follows a survey ordered by Vijay and aligns with TVK's election manifesto promise of a drug-free Tamil Nadu.

Key Points: TN CM Vijay Closes 717 Liquor Shops; IUML Chief Applauds

  • TN CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near sensitive areas
  • IUML chief praises move as addressing long-pending public concern
  • Shops within 500m of schools, temples, bus stands to shut in 2 weeks
  • Vijay reaches out to political parties, maintains inclusive approach
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"People were agitated; Vijay has done it, we appreciate it": IUML chief on closure of 717 liquor shops near sensitive areas

IUML chief KM Kader Mohideen praises Tamil Nadu CM Vijay for closing 717 TASMAC liquor shops near schools, temples, and bus stands, calling it a long-pending public concern.

"People were agitated because of the presence of these outlets...Vijay has done it, we appreciate it. - KM Kader Mohideen"

Chennai, May 12

Indian Union Muslim League President KM Kader Mohideen on Tuesday praised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay for ordering the closure of liquor retail outlets located near schools, colleges, religious places and bus stands, saying people had long been "agitated" over the issue and that the move was widely appreciated.

Speaking to ANI about the closure of liquor retail outlets, Mohideen said people had been agitated over the presence of liquor outlets in such areas for several years and said that the move addressed a long-pending public concern.

"People were agitated because of the presence of these outlets, but for all these years, they were not removed. Vijay has done it, we appreciate it," the IUML chief said.

Mohideen also lauded Vijay's outreach to political parties across the spectrum, describing his approach as civilised and inclusive. "Vijay has visited the offices of all political parties. Of those who extended their support to him and even those who have not...he has maintained a civilised attitude towards all," he said.

The remarks come amid newly appointed Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay's continued political engagements in the state and his efforts to build ties with leaders from different political parties.

Newly elected Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay today ordered the closure of 717 government-run TASMAC liquor retail outlets located within a 500-metre radius of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stations in the State, within two weeks, in the interest of public welfare.

After assuming the office of CM, Vijay ordered a survey of TASMAC liquor shops to identify the ones operating near places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands.

Although TASMAC liquor shops make up for high revenue for the Tamil Nadu government, there have been calls across party lines to close several of these retail outlets.

The TASMAC has also come under the probe by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Last year, the probe agency had conducted raids at multiple premises across Tamil Nadu in connection with alleged offences related to Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation Limited (TASMAC) and associated entities under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), in its earlier 2026 assembly election manifesto, promised a drug-free Tamil Nadu.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Good move but let's not get too excited. Closing 717 shops is a start, but what about the remaining thousands of TASMAC outlets? And the revenue loss - will this affect state development? Need a balanced approach, not just populist decisions.
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Priya S
As a mother, I'm so relieved! My son's school is right next to a TASMAC shop and the crowd there is always scary. Thank you CM Vijay for prioritising our children's safety. This is what real governance looks like. ❤️
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Michael C
Impressive that Vijay is reaching out to all parties, even opponents. Civilised politics is rare in India. But closing shops near religious places only could be seen as favouring certain communities - hope it's uniformly applied near all sensitive spots.
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Suresh O
I'm a shopkeeper near a TASMAC outlet - honestly business will drop because customers used to come for snacks and tea after drinking. But public health is more important. Government should provide alternative livelihood for those affected near these shops.

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