Emphatic views
To uphold the individual, social, economic, and political rights of all people living in Tamil Nadu, without reducing society to divisions of religion, caste, color, race, language, gender, or economic status, and to build an equitable society where everything is accessible to everyone.
Turning beliefs into action
Democracy
Equitable social justice
Equality
Secularism
Right to State Autonomy
Two-Language Policy
Administration Upholding Fundamental Rights without Political Interference
Rationalist Mindset
Abolition of Untouchability
Environmental Protection
Drug-Free Tamil Nadu
Ideological Leaders
Strong ideologies are essential to be a powerful force in politics. Ideologies are the energy and strength of politics, and as their support and guide, stand the policy leaders.
THANTHAI PERIYAR
Thanthai Periyar, the foremost leader who guided Tamil Nadu, championed social reform, opposed caste, superstition, and the oppression of women, and propagated the values of equality and social justice through a rationalist outlook.
Perunthalaivar Kamarajar
Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, the historic leader who elevated Tamil Nadu to great heights in education and industrial development. A man celebrated to this day for his honest governance and simple way of life. He deeply instilled the values of secularism in Tamil soil and remains the ideological guide for our administrative approach.
Annal Ambedkar
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution and one of the world’s greatest thinkers. A leader who fought tirelessly for social justice, equality, equal opportunity, class-based representation, the welfare of the oppressed and marginalized, and the advancement of women - both in his ideals and in action.
Veeramangai Velunachiyar
Veeramangai Velu Nachiyar, a pioneer of India’s freedom struggle, holds the historic distinction of being the first queen to successfully fight against British authority. A brave revolutionary who entered the battlefield to defend her land, she stands as a timeless symbol of women’s rights, courage, and strength.
Makkal Sevagar Anjalai Ammal
Anjalai Ammal, a people’s servant and a symbol of unwavering social commitment, took part in the struggle against British rule while in the later stages of pregnancy, displaying remarkable courage. Her bravery was such that it drew the admiration of Mahatma Gandhi himself. She remains a powerful embodiment of the spirit of freedom and uncompromising service to society.