Vice President Defends Cultural Patriotism, Cites Swift Resolution in Kashi
Vice President C P Radhakrishnan has stated that showing reverence to Bharatmata (Mother India) does not equate to being anti-Tamil. He made these remarks while addressing a gathering, emphasizing the unity of India's cultural and national identity.
Anecdote of Swift Justice: The Kashi Rest House Reclamation
To illustrate his point and highlight the central government's support for Tamilians, the Vice President shared a significant recent incident. He recounted how the Nattukottai Chettiars community successfully reclaimed their rest house property in Kashi (Varanasi), which had been encroached upon.
The scale of the reclamation was substantial, involving an encroachment valued at an estimated Rs 300 crore. Remarkably, with the active support of the state machinery, the complex issue was resolved and the property was returned to the rightful owners within a mere 48 hours.
PM's Stance and Broader Implications
Vice President Radhakrishnan presented this rapid resolution as a concrete example of how the Prime Minister and the Union government stand with the people of Tamil Nadu. The anecdote was used to counter narratives that equate nationalistic expressions with opposition to regional Tamil identity.
The story underscores a message of administrative efficiency and support for the rights of a traditional Tamil business community in one of Hinduism's holiest cities. This incident, according to the Vice President, demonstrates that commitment to the nation and pride in regional identity are not mutually exclusive but can coexist and be supported by the central leadership.
