‘If BJP comes to power, we’ll lose all rights’: TN crusader for welfare of Irulars

Professor Kalyani, a member of the Tribal Irular Protection Movement, has been working with the Irular tribal community in Tamil Nadu for over two decades to safeguard their rights. In a conversation with The News Minute, he spoke about the significance of the current Lok Sabha polls, BJP, DMK, and political ideologies.   

On BJP making inroads in Tamil Nadu, the activist-professor said, “They oppose reservation and social justice. Allowing them to prevail would be detrimental, particularly for Dalits and Adivasis. Our constitutional rights are under threat. Though I have several criticisms against other parties, including the DMK, I believe that if BJP comes to power, we will lose all rights, including the one to dissent.” 

He also spoke about the issues plaguing Tamil Nadu and tribal rights.

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