Chennai, April 21 (IANS) A.N.S. Prasad, spokesperson of the Tamil Nadu unit of the BJP, on Tuesday claimed that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is witnessing a strong surge in public support across Tamil Nadu as campaigning for the Assembly elections concluded. Prasad in a statement said the NDA — led by the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and comprising the BJP, PMK, AMMK and other allies — is heading towards a decisive mandate.He expressed confidence that AIADMK General Sec…
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Chennai, April 19 (IANS) Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad on Sunday urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to take immediate cognisance of alleged distribution of political pamphlets inside churches in the state, claiming that such activities could undermine the integrity of the ongoing Assembly election process. In a statement, Prasad alleged that pamphlets supportive of the DMK and containing political messaging were circulated within certain church prem…
Chennai, April 19 (IANS) A political controversy has erupted after actor-politician Kamal Haasan reportedly compared the temple renovation efforts of Tamil Nadu Minister Sekar Babu with those of the Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I during an election campaign in Chennai Harbour. Tamil Nadu BJP spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad on Sunday strongly condemned the remark, calling it “deeply regrettable” and an “insult to the legacy of one of the greatest Tamil rulers in history”.Haasan, who is also a…
Chennai, April 16 (IANS) BJP leader A.N.S. Prasad on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the election manifesto unveiled by actor-politician Vijay, alleging that the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) had made “unrealistic and fiscally irresponsible” promises without presenting a credible roadmap for implementation.In a statement, Prasad claimed that the welfare schemes proposed in the manifesto would require at least Rs 6 lakh crore, raising serious concerns over their viability at a time when …
Chennai, April 15 (IANS) Tamil Nadu BJP on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, accusing him of making “anti-Constitutional” remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attempting to derail the implementation of 33 per cent reservation for women in legislatures. In a strongly worded statement, BJP spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad said Stalin’s recent speech, which warned of statewide protests over potential delimitation changes, undermines national unity and thre…
Chennai, April 8 (IANS) Tamil Nadu BJP Spokesperson, A.N.S. Prasad on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on DMK Rajya Sabha MP, Salma, over her alleged remarks on a recent geopolitical development, triggering a fresh political controversy in the State ahead of the Assembly elections.Prasad, in a strongly-worded statement, accused Salma of making comments that undermine India’s sovereignty and global standing.The controversy stems from a statement attributed to the DMK leader in which she allege…
Chennai, April 5 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has reinstated its state spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad after he issued a formal apology over his controversial remarks suggesting that actor-politician Vijay should join the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections in the state. The controversy began when Prasad publicly stated that Vijay aligning with the NDA would help safeguard the interests of Tamil Nadu. He further claimed that th…
Chennai, March 7 (IANS) A.N.S. Prasad, spokesperson for the Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has said that the United States granting a temporary waiver allowing Indian refiners to access certain Russian crude shipments demonstrates the success of India’s diplomatic and energy strategy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The waiver, issued on March 6 for a 30-day period, enables Indian refiners to secure stranded Russian crude supplies amid disruptions in global energy market…
Chennai, March 2 (IANS) Tamil Nadu BJP has criticised Chief Minister M.K. Stalin for not receiving Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Tamil Nadu, terming it a departure from the state’s long-standing political traditions. In a statement, TN BJP spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad said the Prime Minister unveiled development projects worth Rs 4,400 crore in Madurai.Prasad said that extending courtesy to visiting Prime Ministers has been part of Tamil Nadu’s political culture, irrespectiv…
Chennai, March 1 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu BJP on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Madurai marks a “decisive political moment” as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) intensifies its outreach in the state ahead of the Assembly elections.In a statement, A.N.S. Prasad, spokesperson of TN BJP, said the Prime Minister’s arrival has generated significant enthusiasm among party cadres, youth and first-time voters, both on the ground and across social media platforms where the …