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TVK MLA Mustafa Clarifies Not Against Religion After Sanatana Dharma Backlash Erupts

Politics
Published on 14 May 2026
TVK MLA Mustafa Clarifies Not Against Religion After Sanatana Dharma Backlash Erupts

His clarification video raises one uncomfortable question for voters

Tamil Nadu politics is roiled again after TVK MLA VMS Mustafa faced backlash for remarks about abolishing Sanatana Dharma. Mustafa posted a clarification video on X, insisting he and Vijay’s party are not against any religion. The controversy is reigniting debates over what was said, who is affected, and how parties manage rapidly escalating public outrage.

  • TVK MLA VMS Mustafa faced backlash over “abolishing Sanatana Dharma” remarks
  • He posted a clarification video on X to deny anti-religion intent
  • The episode has reignited political tension and public outrage in Tamil Nadu
  • Voters now question the meaning behind the original statement
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