Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s Ugadi greetings have stirred controversy among Kannada-speaking people. Stalin’s message, which extended wishes to both Telugu and Kannada communities, described Kannadigas as “Dravidian brothers and sisters,” prompting backlash from several Kannada citizens.
In his post, Stalin said, “Wishing Ugadi greetings to our Telugu and Kannada speaking Dravidian brothers and sisters who are welcoming the new year with new hopes.” He emphasized the need for unity among southern states against perceived threats like the forced imposition of Hindi and delimitation, urging everyone to resist attempts to undermine their rights and identity.
However, many Kannadigas have expressed displeasure on social media, asserting that they do not identify as Dravidians and consider Kannada a distinct language with a unique heritage. While agreeing on the need to oppose policies like delimitation and forced Hindi implementation, they argue that linguistic identity should be respected.
The incident has sparked a broader debate about identity politics in the region, with some warning against equating all southern states under a single linguistic or cultural banner.
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