Edappadi Palaniswami attacks TVK government over investment and law and order

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami on Friday, 13 November, 2026, launched a scathing attack on the government led by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). According to a report by The Hindu, Palanisami alleged that the current government is attempting to mislead the public regarding industrial project clearances, as they are unaware of the currently operational systems.

Referring to observations made by Industry Minister S. Keerthana regarding the proposed scheme to grant clearances within 21 days, Palaniswami recalled the previous system. He stated that when Jayalalithaa was Chief Minister in 2014, she had implemented a system to provide clearances within 30 days. Subsequently, when Palaniswami was in power, clearances were granted for many industrial projects.

The AIADMK leader further added that the TVK government is losing industrial investment opportunities. Additionally, he raised questions on the government's failure in sectors such as law and order, women's safety, and drug abuse. Citing recent criminal incidents, he mentioned the major gold theft in Madurai and the looting of ₹1.5 crore from various outlets of the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation in Kanchipuram district. Palanisami said that while Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is still in a "state of peace," the common public is in the "grip of fear."

Palaniswami also launched a sharp attack on the government regarding the celebration of Children's Day. He questioned whether the Chief Minister "feels no shame?" when incidents of violence against women and children are increasing under TVK rule. He urged the government to punish those responsible for crimes against children.

Palaniswami also announced that his party's women's wing will organise a protest in Kallakurichi on the upcoming 17 November, Tuesday. This protest will be held against the ruling party's Kallakurichi MLA, who is accused of allegedly sending an inappropriate message to District Collector J.E. Padamja.

On the other hand, Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) founder T.T.V. Dhinakaran also targeted the government. He cited reports regarding harassment of female workers of the ruling party by their male colleagues in Tiruvannamalai and Coimbatore districts. Dhinakaran asked Chief Minister Vijay, who had once declared that "there will be no compromise on incidents of violence against women," whether he would take action against the concerned individuals in this matter.

Edappadi K. Palaniswami was an experienced leader of Tamil Nadu politics and played a significant role in the leadership of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). He had previously served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and functioned as the main leader of the party.