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TVK's Statewide Protest: Why Tamil Nadu's SIR Exercise Sparks Voter Rights Battle

TVK has launched statewide protests against the Special Intensive Revision exercise in Tamil Nadu. The party accuses the ruling DMK government of failing to protect voters' rights through the SIR process. TVK General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna declared that Vijay will be the Chief Minister candidate in the 2026 Assembly elections. Meanwhile, DMK leader TKS Elangovan countered that TVK refused to participate in earlier all-party meetings about SIR concerns.

Key Points: TVK Protests SIR Exercise in Tamil Nadu Amid DMK Clash

  • TVK organized demonstrations across multiple Tamil Nadu districts against SIR
  • Party demands State Assembly resolution against the revision exercise
  • DMK accuses TVK of skipping earlier all-party meeting on SIR
  • Vijay warns SIR confusion could remove voters from electoral rolls
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We must continue to move forward like a river: TVK stages statewide protest in Tamil Nadu against SIR

TVK stages statewide protests against SIR, accusing DMK of voter rights violations. Vijay warns SIR could deprive citizens of fundamental voting rights ahead of 2026 polls.

"The right to vote is not just our right it is our very life - Vijay"

Chennai, November 16

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Sunday held statewide protests against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, accusing the ruling DMK government of failing to protect voters' rights.

TVK cadres organised demonstrations across multiple districts, alleging that SIR was being misused and demanding that the State Assembly pass a resolution against it.

Addressing party workers during the protest, TVK General Secretary Aadhav Arjuna said the party would continue its political push in the run-up to the 2026 Assembly polls.

Arjuna said, "TVK Chief Vijay is not just a candidate but will be the Chief Minister in 2026. Our leader said we must continue to move forward like a river despite hurdles... DMK is not passing a resolution against SIR in the State Assembly."

Meanwhile, responding to the protest, senior DMK leader TKS Elangovan said the TVK had refused to participate earlier when the government convened an all-party meeting to discuss SIR-related concerns.

"When we called for an all-party meeting, they did not. Now they have understood that this has something to do with the elections, so they are conducting it separately." Elangovan told ANI.

Taking a dig at the Vijay-led TVK, he added, "The TVK does not know what politics is. They are only fans of an actor... They will do what their leader says."

On Saturday, TVK chief Vijay released a detailed video, expressing grave concern over the SIR process, warning that confusion and mismanagement could deprive citizens of their fundamental right to vote.

The actor-politician cautioned that the ongoing verification drive has left many unsure of whether their names will remain on the electoral rolls. Calling the right to vote "our very life," he said the process must be implemented with clarity and fairness.

"The right to vote is a fundamental right given to all of us by the Constitution of India. A person being alive is proven by the fact that he holds the right to vote. It is not just our right it is our very life," Vijay said.

The opposition in Tamil Nadu has been strongly opposing the SIR process, alleging that it is aimed at removing voters from underprivileged communities from the rolls ahead of major elections.

- ANI

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Rohit P
DMK's response seems defensive. If they're so confident about SIR, why not pass a resolution in the Assembly? This looks like political games being played with citizens' voting rights. TVK is raising valid concerns that affect every Tamilian.
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to Chennai, I find this political drama fascinating but concerning. Both sides need to work together to ensure electoral rolls are accurate without disenfranchising legitimate voters. The focus should be on fair process, not political point-scoring.
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Arjun K
"Moving forward like a river" - powerful words from Vijay! But I wish TVK had attended the all-party meeting when invited. Political parties should use all platforms available to discuss important issues rather than just street protests.
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Karthik V
In my area, many daily wage workers are confused about the SIR process. They don't have time to keep checking electoral rolls. The government should make the process simpler and more transparent. Good that TVK is highlighting this issue! 👍
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Meera T
Why is DMK dismissing TVK as just "fans of an actor"? Many educated youth like me support TVK because we want fresh politics in Tamil Nadu. Old parties should take new voices seriously instead of mocking them.

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