DMK MLAs protest in Tamil Nadu Assembly over Cauvery water dispute
DMK legislators led by Udhayanidhi Stalin wore black shirts to the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Thursday to protest against the TVK government's handling of the Cauvery water dispute. The demonstration occurred as Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth presented the state's first Agriculture Budget. The Opposition party demanded an adjournment motion to discuss the issue and criticized the government for its stance on the Mekedatu balancing reservoir project proposed by Karnataka.
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What Happened
DMK MLAs entered the Tamil Nadu Assembly wearing black shirts on Thursday to protest against the government led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. The protest took place during the presentation of the state's first Agriculture Budget by Minister R. Vinoth. Udhayanidhi Stalin, leading the DMK members, sought an adjournment motion to address the Cauvery water dispute and the concerns of farmers regarding the Mekedatu project.
The Opposition party has accused the government of failing to take a firm stance against the proposed reservoir project in Karnataka, which they argue threatens the water supply for Tamil Nadu farmers. DMK leaders have called for the Chief Minister to break his silence on the matter and provide a detailed response to their concerns during the ongoing Assembly proceedings.
Key Facts
- DMK MLAs wore black shirts to the Tamil Nadu Assembly to protest.Source not recorded
- The protest occurred during the presentation of the state's first Agriculture Budget.Source not recorded
- Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth presented the budget.Source not recorded
- Udhayanidhi Stalin led the DMK protest.Source not recorded
- The protest focused on the Cauvery water dispute and the Mekedatu project.Source not recorded
- The DMK sought an adjournment motion to discuss the water issue.Source not recorded
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