CV Shanmugam sparks outrage for saying “they might even give a wife for free”

Former AIADMK minister and MP CV Shanmugam drew condemnation after mocking Tamil Nadu’s welfare schemes, saying future election promises might include “a wife for free.” The remark, aimed at ridiculing CM MK Stalin and DMK’s women-centric initiatives, triggered backlash from DMK Minister Geetha Jeevan, who accused him of misogyny and malice. The DMK defended its empowerment programs that promote women’s education and independence.

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CV Shanmugam sparks outrage for saying “they might even give a wife for free”
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CV Shanmugam sparks outrage for saying “they might even give a wife for free”

IN SHORTFormer AIADMK minister and MP CV Shanmugam drew condemnation after mocking Tamil Nadu’s welfare schemes, saying future election promises might include “a wife for free.” The remark, aimed at ridiculing CM MK Stalin and DMK’s women-centric initiatives, triggered backlash from DMK Minister Geetha Jeevan, who accused him of misogyny and malice. The DMK defended its empowerment programs that promote women’s education and independence.

TL;DR

  • Former AIADMK minister and Rajya Sabha MP CV Shanmugam stirred controversy by comparing women to freebies at a booth committee meeting.
  • He mocked DMK’s welfare announcements, saying mixers, goats, cows might be given free — “and maybe even a wife.”
  • Shanmugam added that CM MK Stalin, being Karunanidhi’s son, could make such promises.
  • DMK Minister Geetha Jeevan called the remarks “demeaning” and proof of AIADMK’s “perversity” toward women.
  • She cited major women’s welfare schemes like Vidiyal Payanam, Kalaignar Women’s Rights, Pudhumai Penn, Thozhi Hostels, SHG loan expansion, and entrepreneurship drives.
  • Geetha Jeevan said Shanmugam used the female gender to curse and questioned whether he’d dare such words under Jayalalithaa’s leadership.
  • DMK highlighted that under Stalin, women’s economic and educational empowerment has grown significantly, provoking political jealousy.
  • Opposition and social activists demanded an apology and disciplinary action against Shanmugam.

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