‘Supporting LTTE will invite stern action’

Tamil Nadu’s DMK Government yesterday warned of stern action against those who speak in support of banned outfits.

“Any speech supporting the banned outfits or propagating their ideals is a crime under the Unlawful Prevention Act and legal action will be taken against those who indulge in such acts,” Law Minister Duraimurugan told the Assembly, without making a direct reference to the LTTE.

His statement assumes significance in the wake of the Congress’ demand for the arrest of Thol Tirumavalavan, leader of the Viduthalai Chiruthigal Katchi (VCK), another DMK ally, for his speech at a public meeting recently, seeking revocation of the ban on the Tigers.

Yesterday, Congress members walked out of the house, dissatisfied with the explanation offered by Chief Minister M Karunanidhi on the LTTE issue.

Sify