Chennai’s political landscape heated up on March 18 as BJP’s Minority Morcha arranged an iftar gathering, prompting Vellore Ibrahim to publicly pledge Muslim votes for the NDA in Tamil Nadu’s assembly polls. The event underscored BJP’s strategic push into minority communities ahead of the April 23 voting date.
National secretary Syed Ibrahim, addressing IANS, praised the initiative. ‘The iftar hosted by BJP activists was heartwarming,’ he said. ‘Muslims across the state are committed to backing PM Modi and the NDA to drive India’s progress in these elections.’
Turning his guns on the DMK, Ibrahim accused it of rampant corruption and religious insensitivity. ‘This government mocks the faithful,’ he asserted. ‘It’s time to reject it and march towards inclusive development with NDA’s motto.’
Ibrahim emphasized tangible benefits under NDA governance for Muslims and Christians. ‘Central schemes have delivered real gains,’ he noted. ‘Our mission is to spread awareness and secure votes for a brighter future.’
As Tamil Nadu gears up for single-phase polls on all 234 seats, with 5.67 crore electors including over 12 lakh newcomers, the stakes are high. ‘Victory in Tamil Nadu is certain for us,’ Ibrahim proclaimed.
This development highlights shifting alliances, with BJP leveraging cultural outreach to erode DMK’s base and position NDA as a viable alternative for development and harmony.