The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) is currently hosting the 'Winning Democracy' conference in Siruganur near Trichy, presided over by VCK's Thirumavalavan. The event, featuring addresses from leaders like DMK President M.K. Stalin, is unfolding on an expansive 50-acre conference ground, measuring 500m by 1000m. Thirumavalavan shared an array of resolutions on Twitter, shedding light on the conference's significant agenda.
The proposed resolutions cover diverse and pivotal issues:
Homage to democracy's martyrs.
Support for Palestine and Eelam Tamils.
Opposition to majoritarian politics.
Advocacy for peace in Manipur.
Proposal to declare Chennai as India's second capital.
Call for a comprehensive caste census.
Rejection of the One Nation One Election plan.
Repeal of the Election Commission's Appointment Act.
Advocacy for elections based on Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs).
Introduction of a proportional representation system.
Assurance of southern states' safety during constituency reorganization.
Tamil Nadu government's review petition on Kashmir's special status.
Push for social justice in judges' appointments.
State governments appointing High Court judges.
Declaration of Tamil as the lingua franca.
Withdrawal of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime.
Abolition of the governorship.
Prevention of the governor's appointment as a university chancellor.
Establishment of devolution justice in the 16th Finance Commission.
Opposition to Union government interference in law and order.
Enactment of a law for private sector reservation.
Preference for Tamil Nadu residents in employment.
Reservation for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the cabinet and upper house.
Enactment of a law to prevent honor killings.
Allocation of extra funds for the National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme.
Increased funds for education.
Abolition of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and placing education in the state list.
Issuance of Community Certificates to tribals.
Prevention of tribal exploitation in bonded labor.
Enactment of a Communal Violence Prevention Act.
These resolutions underscore VCK's dedication to championing social justice, regional progress, and the preservation of democratic ideals. The ongoing meeting reflects a proactive stance on addressing these vital concerns.