Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin urges Prime Minister Narendra Modi to offer citizenship pathways and long-term visa relief for Sri Lankan Tamils who have lived in the state for decades.
Appeal for Humane Legal Solution
In a recent post on X, Stalin calls for a humane legal solution for these refugees. Many arrived in India with central government approval and should not face classification as illegal immigrants. He highlights that 40 percent were born on Indian soil after over 30 years of residence.
“Hon’ble Prime Minister, Sri Lankan Tamils living in Tamil Nadu came here with the support and approval of the Government of India. They have been living on Indian soil for over 30 years. Furthermore, 40% of them were born on our soil! Therefore, they should not be considered illegal immigrants. The Government of India must come forward to provide legal solutions, including citizenship, for them,” Stalin states.
Stalin specifically requests the Union Government to rescind prior administrative instructions blocking citizenship applications, waive passport and visa requirements using verified Tamil Nadu identity documents, delegate processing powers to district authorities, and clarify the status of registered Sri Lankan Tamils sheltered in India until January 9, 2015.
Motivating DMK Workers for Elections
Earlier, at the DMK booth agents’ conference in Tirupathur, Stalin rallies party workers for the upcoming state assembly elections. He emphasizes the party’s successes since 2019 and urges diligent efforts to secure victories.
“If each functionary ensures at least 50 votes, the party can secure victory in 200 constituencies. Go door-to-door to convey the government’s achievements, and discuss them even at tea shops,” the Chief Minister directs.
Stalin reaffirms the state government’s dedication to ongoing welfare measures and development projects for Tamil Nadu residents.
