Tamil Nadu Minister K Ponmudy Removed from DMK Leadership Role Over Offensive Remarks

Chief Minister MK Stalin has replaced Ponmudy with Tiruchi Siva as DMK deputy general secretary following public outrage, though Ponmudy retains his ministerial position.

K Ponmudy was removed from his post as DMK deputy general secretary after a viral video showed him making vulgar and misogynistic remarks involving women and Hindu religious practices.
Chief Minister MK Stalin announced Rajya Sabha MP Tiruchi Siva as Ponmudy's replacement but did not provide an official reason for the decision.
Despite the removal from his party role, Ponmudy remains in his position as Tamil Nadu's Forest Minister, drawing criticism for insufficient accountability.
Prominent figures, including DMK MP Kanimozhi and BJP leaders, condemned Ponmudy's remarks, with demands for his removal from ministerial office.
This incident adds to Ponmudy's history of controversial statements, highlighting ongoing concerns about rhetoric in Tamil Nadu's political landscape.