
Praveen
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Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has started tackling Tamil Nadu's biggest long-term challenge: WATER SCARCITY! Someone recently asked me, "When will Tamil Nadu wake up to the issue of water scarcity?" My response was: "The day Tamil Nadu stops depending on Cauvery water and becomes self-sufficient through its own water creation and conservation projects." According to NITI Aayog's classification of water scarcity based on the Falkenmark Index ( : >1,700 m³/person/year – No water stress 1,000–1,700 m³/person/year – Water stress 500–1,000 m³/person/year – Water scarcity <500 m³/person/year – Absolute water scarcity The projections for Tamil Nadu are particularly concerning. By 2050, almost every district in the state is projected to fall into the "absolute water scarcity" category, with less than 500 m³ per person per year. That is why I am glad to see Chief Minister Joseph Vijay taking genuine steps in this direction. Needless to say, desilting works have already begun (quoted post). I would also request the Chief Minister to revisit the visionary Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) initiative introduced by former Chief Minister Jayalalitha in 2001. It remains one of the most impactful public policy interventions in Tamil Nadu's history and significantly helped address water scarcity. Water security is not just an environmental issue; it is an economic, agricultural and even a national security issue. The more self-sufficient Tamil Nadu becomes in water, the stronger and more resilient the state will be. This video shows Chief Minister Joseph Vijay conducting an on-site inspection of the ongoing expansion works of the seawater desalination project at Nemmeli, near Chennai, before departing from the site. CMOTamilNadu TVK Vijay TVK Party HQ TVK IT Wing Official
Praveen607,121 views • 14 days ago

Yov DMK – Kadaisile ennaiyum oru Anil aakiduveenga pola irukke! Chief Minister Joseph Vijay is seated alone in his chair. Why does Udhayanidhi have a senior politician seated beside him? Does he still need schooling, guidance, and much-needed reassurance to overcome insecurity and inferiority complex? Despite all that, Udhayanidhi who once wanted to eradicate Sanatana Dharma, ran away from the Assembly like a coward. I am reminded of a famous Superstar punch dialogue: "kanna, panninga than koottamaa varum... singam single ah than varum!" Kudos to whoever edited this video!
Praveen390,619 views • 26 days ago

Is Udhayanidhi willing to pay even 100 crores per TVK MLA to topple the Joseph Vijay government?? Ever since Chief Minister Joseph Vijay called out the TASMAC Party Fund scam, the DMK ecosystem seems to have been completely rattled and shattered. What irked them the most was the Chief Minister 's remark, "Enga… Appava Kaanom." Since that incident, I have been hearing that Udhayanidhi wants to topple the Joseph Vijay government. Apparently, Udhayanidhi cannot stand seeing Joseph Vijay as the Chief Minister when he had thought it was almost certain that he would be the next Chief Minister, until TVK Vijay shattered those dreams. Savukku Shankar, in many interviews, has warned about DMK trying to buy out TVK Party HQ MLAs to ensure this government is toppled. I am also hearing that Udhayanidhi does not mind spending even 100 crores per TVK Party HQ MLA. He allegedly plans to poach at least 30 MLAs and, with an ADMK alliance, form a government. The numbers would add up to 136, which would be a comfortable majority. The possibility of DMK and ADMK coming together has been discussed multiple times over the past few weeks. Again, Savukku Shankar has mentioned that the first family has amassed so much money that they would not mind spending a significant portion of it to destabilize this performing government, to come back to power. However, recently, former Chief Minister MK Stalin mentioned that we could expect elections any time. What the Opposition does not understand is that if fresh elections are held, TVK Vijay would secure more than 45% votes and win over 140 seats on its own. It would be better for the Opposition to hibernate and hope that CMOTamilNadu makes some grave mistakes. But the way he is going, I do not think that is going to happen. At least one more term for Joseph Vijay appears to be all but confirmed!
Praveen213,493 views • 21 days ago

Edappadi Palaniswami becoming CM after Aadhav screwed Vijay? I just spoke to an IAS officer (our family friend) who is very close to the ADMK leadership. He says EPS is trying to become CM with the support of the DMK. All small parties in the alliance will get berths in the next cabinet. Another insight shared by him is that it was Aadhav Arjuna who forced Vijay to accept Congress support and go to the Governor. The experienced Sengottaiyan warned him, knowing the consequences, but he didn’t listen. Vijay paid a heavy price because of Aadhav Arjuna! Now, all TVK Vijay MLAs are threatening to resign if DMK and ADMK come together.
Praveen685,969 views • 2 months ago

Why Savukku Shankar should continue his journalism to help Chief Minister Joseph Vijay & contain DMK! In his latest video, Shankar asked his subscribers whether he should continue his journalism, given the innumerable obstacles, including a personal loss, that he has had to endure over the past few years because of the previous DMK government. If I may consider myself a humble voice representing his support base, I would urge him to continue his work for three important reasons: 1. People deserve to know the truth - Whether Shankar likes it or not, he has to honour his Dharma in upholding that purpose. It is only a matter of time before the truth reveals itself. However, he should continue to be the catalyst for uncovering the truth that other journalists cannot access, leveraging his trusted network. Mind you, most media houses are still controlled by DMK. 2. Shankar's boldness is truly inspiring - Imagine being continuously hounded by a powerful incumbent government and yet making incredible comebacks. The man is an epitome of valour. 3. Shankar's stepping away would deeply disappoint many young people - It could discourage youngsters who might otherwise grow up questioning the system, whether as independent journalists or as members of the general public. Shankar's critics may argue that he is not perfect. But then, no human being is. At the very least, his courage in questioning the system is worthy of recognition and appreciation, despite the physical, mental, and emotional pain he has endured. Keep doing what you do because I know you love it. Also, DMK should NEVER, EVER come back to power! Savukku Shankar
Praveen178,809 views • 22 days ago

Is Kamal Haasan really an intellectual? When I was young and lacked maturity and exposure, I genuinely thought Kamal Haasan was an intellectual. But as I grew wiser through education, exposure and experience, I began to understand what Cho Ramaswamy once said - "Kamal Haasan is an actor amongst intellectuals." Kamal Haasan, through his post - 2021 politics has made many of us realize that he is perhaps one of the biggest political jokers the country has ever seen. I believe this observation can apply to anyone. A person may be perceived as extremely intelligent. But only someone who is even more intelligent can recognize that the other person is, in fact, an empty vessel. BTW, I watch this video at least once a day!
Praveen100,600 views • 13 days ago

Why I started supporting Joseph Vijay after being arguably his harshest critic! This post is for everyone who has asked why I started supporting Joseph Vijay after arguably being his harshest critic. I hope I am able to clear the air and dispel any confusion. Chief Minister and no longer an actor! First and foremost, I respect the office he occupies and the mandate he received from the people. There is nothing superior to the people's mandate. He is now the democratically elected Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and I respect him for that to begin with. I do not see him as an actor anymore. I called him a narcissistic megalomaniac and a psychopath! I thought he would be an inaccessible, narcissistic megalomaniac who would never leave his Panayur bungalow. But he reports to the office every day, meets people, and quietly goes about his work without any hype. He has taken some brilliant decisions within such a short period. He seems to be accessible, approachable and affable. I hated his fans who lacked discipline and decorum! I thought his hardcore fans (a.k.a. Anils) would wreak havoc and turn Tamil Nadu into a graveyard. But, barring a few sporadic incidents, his fans and supporters have behaved well. The level of toxicity and abuse on social media has also come down drastically. I was skeptical of his relationship with Delhi! I thought he would indulge in blind anti-BJP and anti-PM Modi politics. But he seems to enjoy a cordial, friendly, and highly pragmatic relationship with Delhi which will benefit Tamil Nadu immensely. He has already said he will not use terms such as "Ondriyam." I was critical of his lack of leadership skills and administrative experience! He seems to be the very anti-thesis of what I thought and is a lot smarter than most think. All those who called him a tharkuri are the real tharkuris, including myself. He seems to learn things quickly and grasp them adeptly. His impromptu speech in the Assembly was impressive. Having said all of the above, I still stand by my harsh criticisms of Joseph Vijay based on the manner in which he conducted himself before the elections. And I equally stand by the praises I am giving him based on his performance as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Last but not least, he is the most powerful force today that can contain and keep my main enemy, DMK, at bay. But if his government makes grave mistakes, I will be the first to attack and criticize. "My conscience is clear" Thank you for proving everyone wrong! CMOTamilNadu TVK Vijay TVK Party HQ CC: TVK IT Wing Official
Praveen145,730 views • 20 days ago

Dear Hindus who are supporting TN BJP – A serious and direct question! What if the current Chief Minister delivers a decent government and TVK Party HQ adopts a soft Hindutva stance? Do we even need a Tamil Nadu unit of the BJP, a.k.a. BJP Tamilnadu? Barring a few occasions, the Tamil Nadu BJP has always attempted to piggyback on one of the Dravidian parties: • 1998 – Alliance with ADMK • 1999 – Alliance with DMK • 2001 – Alliance with DMK • 2004 – Alliance with ADMK • 2019 – Alliance with ADMK • 2021 – Alliance with ADMK • 2026 – Alliance with ADMK And most erudite voters do not even seem to know how the so-called 'movement' takes shape in terms of ideology. Should we back TVK Party HQ moving forward? This is a serious question, and one that was also raised by Kishore Iyer!
Praveen192,901 views • 28 days ago

Feeling sorry for Savukku Shankar - Has the action hero lost his mojo? Shankar's life has been like a fast-paced action thriller, where the villain is so strong that the hero gets glorified. As long as Shankar had a formidable villain in DMK, he had his mojo intact. The guy played an instrumental role in DMK's exit by exposing several of its scams through his videos. When no one spoke, the guy spoke. But ever since the DMK lost power, Shankar seems clueless. The current administration played an important role in his release; hence, he cannot go hammer and tongs against TVK Vijay. He cannot go against DMK either because you cannot beat a dead rat. I can understand Shankar's predicament as he tries to stay relevant. Wish you the very best, Savukku Shankar
Praveen116,987 views • 18 days ago

For the first time, the entire ecosystem is attacking the main Opposition party – DMK! The endorsement of the good work being done by the TVK Party HQ government by Sridhar Vembu has completely shattered DMK and its support base. The icing on the cake was Sridhar Vembu calling out the nauseating and disgusting levels of corruption during the previous regime. When such powerful statements come from an eminent intellectual like Sridhar Vembu, they naturally carry credence and credibility. It goes to show how atrocious the previous DMK government was, and it is no wonder that the entire ecosystem is attacking the main opposition party, perhaps for the first time. DMK will ensure that every possible obstacle is placed before the new government. It had almost been taken for granted that Udhayanidhi would be the next Chief Minister. The TVK Vijay wave changed everything and derailed those expectations. So, Udhayanidhi is unlikely to go easy and will not be kind. BTW, Udhayanidhi recently asked CMOTamilNadu to open his mouth. Now, let us enjoy Udhayanidhi's world-class oratory skills when he was the Deputy Chief Minister!
Praveen157,084 views • 25 days ago

Chief Minister Joseph Vijay is fast becoming a political monster - “Vijay Aatchi” is here to stay! Everyone, including myself, ridiculed Joseph Vijay before he assumed office, saying, Vijay can never speak, Vijay can never pick up politics, Vijay can never govern, Vijay can never lead, Vijay can never learn administration, Never, Never, Never, The never-ending "never"! But do we even realize that he is grasping politics in a jiffy? He has made some of the best decisions, introduced many positive policy changes, curbed corruption to some extent, and has now become a powerful orator. His oratory style may be cinematic and filmi, but it is relatable to the common man and resonates with his voter base. Every political leader's primary objective is to keep his or her voter base happy. That is precisely what CM Vijay is doing, and I believe it is perfectly justifiable. What impressed me the most is that he still sees DMK as his principal political enemy and remains unwavering and relentless in taking the DMK ecosystem head on. Only a leader who identifies his/her principal political opponent can succeed in electoral politics. CM Vijay is doing that in a remarkably adept manner. If the villain is powerful, the hero appears even more powerful. CM Vijay vs DMK is going to be an interesting, intriguing and riveting political battle. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay is becoming a political monster, and Vijay Aatchi is here to stay! CMOTamilNadu TVK Vijay TVK Party HQ TVK IT Wing Official
Praveen60,670 views • 10 days ago

Never trust someone who pretends to be a Hindu - Suriya is a classic example! Suriya Sivakumar I came across this video of Suriya and Jyothika visiting Tirupati. What makes this amusing is that Suriya maintained complete silence when Jyothika questioned why people donate money to temples instead of hospitals. Not a word. Not even a clarification. But now suddenly, temple visits and pilgrimage optics? If temple donations are supposedly a problem, then why the need for publicized Tirupati trips and spiritual branding now? This is exactly why many people see cinema celebrities as deeply opportunistic. Religion for them often appears less like faith and more like image management depending on the political climate and public mood. Suriya has spent years carefully aligning himself with the Dravidian ecosystem while conveniently balancing religious optics whenever needed. That contradiction is becoming increasingly obvious to people. I also hear *Karuppu* is struggling because audiences are slowly becoming tired of subtle propaganda packaged as commercial cinema. People can tolerate ideology. What they dislike is hypocrisy. Never trust someone who wears Hinduism only when it is convenient.
Praveen384,885 views • 2 months ago

On this eventful day, I realized MK Stalin is a Gentleman and EPS is a Scumbag! Till this morning, there were talks between the DMK first family and EPS to explore the possibility of a DMK–ADMK coalition government. The person who was most interested was Durga Stalin. She always wanted to make her son the next Chief Minister. In fact, it was her long-standing wish to see her son becoming CM, hence all the temple visits. The deal that was being discussed was a 50:50 arrangement, where Udhayanidhi would be CM for 2½ years and EPS for the rest. Now you can decipher why EPS locked up his MLAs in some resort. He feared his MLAs might desert him, support Vijay, and form a TVK–ADMK coalition government instead. ADMK MLAs know very well that they have no future; hence, they felt Vijay could give them a lifeline. Isn’t EPS a scumbag? Edappadi K Palaniswami-SayYEStoWomenSafety&AIADMK When the idea was pitched to MK Stalin, he summarily rejected it, saying it would hurt the DMK’s future badly. He also asked the CPI, CPM, and VCK to support Vijay in forming the next government (probably with sinister motives, which are not uncommon in politics). Without his permission, these parties would not have supported TVK Vijay I have a million reasons to criticize MK Stalin on governance and administration. But, today, I realized that he is a perfect gentleman! Hats Off, Sir! M.K.Stalin
Praveen445,139 views • 2 months ago

MK Stalin’s family divided over an alliance with ADMK to keep TVK out! The latest update is that Durga Stalin, Udhayanidhi, and Sabareesan are trying to convince MK Stalin to go for an alliance with ADMK on a 50:50 arrangement, where Udhayanidhi would be CM for the first 2½ years and EPS for the remaining term. The trio does not want Vijay to become CM because he humiliated the DMK electorally. Despite enormous pressure, MK Stalin is not budging. Meanwhile, EPS has still not released his MLAs from the resort. This means he is still in the game to become CM with the DMK’s support, with the promise of making some of his MLAs ministers. He fears that otherwise his MLAs might desert him, support Vijay, and form a TVK–ADMK coalition government instead, without EPS. ADMK MLAs know very well that they have no future; hence, they feel Vijay could give them a lifeline. Meanwhile, TVK Vijay is committing blunder after blunder and ruining the goodwill and sympathy Vijay had garnered a few days back! A section from MK Stalin's family is now raking up the AMMK forgery claim against Vijay!
Praveen395,759 views • 2 months ago

Udhayanidhi looks visibly upset, annoyed, and uncomfortable as the Chief Minister takes oath! Udhayanidhi thought he could easily become Chief Minister purely because of his lineage, without hard work, sincerity, or vision. Due to Udhayanidhi's god-like attitude and his tendency to treat Tamil Nadu like a fiefdom, Tamil voters used Vijay and his TVK Vijay as tools to give DMK a royal drubbing, with even his father and the sitting Chief Minister himself losing his own seat. Now, Udhayanidhi seems to be in denial about everything that has transpired over the past week. He looks visibly upset, irritated, and uncomfortable as the CMOTamilNadu takes oath. What a spectacular fall from grace for the sorry loser Udhayanidhi. BTW, he blocked me for my pointed questions about his non-performance as an MLA, Sports Minister, and Deputy CM!
Dr. Praveen380,172 views • 2 months ago

Just realized that Sangeetha is prettier than most Tamil heroines! #justsaying 😊
Dr. Praveen Vijaykumar413,828 views • 4 months ago

Mr. Joseph Vijay, please realize that you are no more an actor but the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu! Yov, Vijay, do you even realize that your TVK Vijay got the people's mandate and that you are now the CMOTamilNadu? Why is this still sounding like a staged campaign speech? Don't say it is because of the Trichy by-election, because the election dates have not been announced yet. Be a man and please talk to the press about your plans, policies, and the predicaments of running a coalition government! I still have hopes for you. Please don't disappoint me, man! Vijay TVK Vijay CMOTamilNadu
Praveen130,542 views • 1 month ago

Indians love sensationalism, and Annamalai provides it in abundance! What if, after two days, Annamalai says, “PM Modi is my mentor, and I came into politics only because of him. Hence, I will continue with the BJP and serve the party in whatever capacity possible”? Hasn’t he said this multiple times in the past? Check out this video. If that turns out to be the case, what happens to all the hype (natural or artificial), analyses, and speculation that have been doing the rounds over the past few days? Indians love sensationalism, and Annamalai provides it every bit! K.Annamalai One more fun fact worth mentioning: the end of those two days will coincide with the eve of his birthday!
Dr. Praveen Vijaykumar121,470 views • 1 month ago

Producer K. Rajan’s death raises disturbing and deeply uncomfortable questions! He was 85 years old. Can an elderly man at that age really jump off a bridge so easily? The circumstances simply do not sit right. K. Rajan was not just another producer. He was one of the very few voices in the Tamil film industry who openly and repeatedly spoke about the unhealthy economics of modern cinema, especially mainstream stars swallowing massive portions of film budgets and pushing producers towards financial ruin. For years, he warned that the industry was becoming unsustainable. So naturally, questions will arise. Was this truly a suicide? Or is there something far more sinister behind this tragedy? What exactly is happening inside the Tamil film industry today? Why does the industry repeatedly witness stories of financial collapse, emotional breakdown, silence, fear, and now an emerging suicide culture? Will the leading stars of the industry finally come together and address these issues seriously instead of pretending everything is normal? And most importantly, will the CMOTamilNadu who himself comes from the cinema industry call for a proper press conference, acknowledge the gravity of the situation, and initiate serious discussions on the state of the industry? Because this no longer looks like an isolated tragedy. There is something fundamentally flawed and disturbing!
Praveen140,336 views • 2 months ago

"We won't answer a Pappan" – How much more shamelessly casteist can DMK get? Brahmin hatred is at the nucleus of DMK's DNA, and they cannot stomach the fact that there are Brahmin ministers in the first-of-its-kind Joseph Vijay Cabinet led by TVK Vijay. The DMK is the most casteist party, yet it shamelessly preaches about social justice. Everyone knows how Dalits were treated during the previous DMK government. TVK Vijay has also empowered Dalits by giving them ministerial berths. DMK should be eradicated for good!
Praveen34,119 views • 16 days ago