Previous AIADMK govt. failed to act effectively on crimes against women, alleges Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

CM Stalin criticises the AIADMK for inadequate women's safety, highlighting DMK's achievements in governance and development.

DMK president and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday (April 2, 2026) said the ‘Dravidian model’ of governance had ensured all-round development across the State, and alleged that women’s safety was compromised during the previous AIADMK regime led by Edappadi K. Palaniswami.

Targeting Mr. Palaniswami, Mr. Stalin referred to the Pollachi sexual assault case and the harassment of a woman Superintendent of Police by a Special DGP, and claimed that the previous regime had failed to act effectively. He said the present government had ensured punishment for the accused and relief for victims.

Addressing an Assembly election meeting in Erode, Mr. Stalin canvassed votes for the DMK and Secular Progressive Alliance candidates. He cited the implementation of the Athikadavu-Avinashi project, inauguration of the turmeric research centre, conversion of conditional pattas into full ownership, establishment of government colleges in Anthiyur and Thalavadi, and implementation of combined drinking water schemes in parts of the district.

Stating that development over the past five years had been planned and executed across sectors, he said welfare measures had reached all sections, with “at least one beneficiary in every household” in the State.

Schemes aimed at women had enhanced financial independence and were being emulated by other States, he added.

In 86% of cases involving crimes against women and children, chargesheets were filed within 60 days, he said.