On April 13, 2024, a significant meeting took place between Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and representatives from Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Coimbatore. The delegation included JIH Coimbatore Secretary Sabir Ali, and Public Relations Secretary Abdul Hakeem.
During the meeting, JIH executives expressed their support to the DMK-led INDIA alliance at the state level in anticipation of the upcoming parliamentary elections. They submitted a formal letter endorsing the alliance’s agenda.
Additionally, the leaders presented Chief Minister M.K. Stalin with Jamaat-e-Islami Hind’s ‘People’s Election Manifesto-2024’. This manifesto outlined key demands of minority communities in Tamil Nadu, emphasizing crucial issues such as:
– Establishment of government schools catering to children from minority communities.
– Access to banking services to promote financial inclusion among minority groups.
– Creation of women’s colleges to advance female education.
– Infrastructure development projects aimed at improving roads in areas predominantly inhabited by minorities.
The letter specifically highlighted essential requirements for Coimbatore, focusing on vital facilities and infrastructure enhancements designed to uplift minority communities in the region. These requests encompassed the provision of government schools, banking services, establishment of women’s colleges, road development initiatives, and enhanced healthcare services.
This meeting underscores the collaborative efforts between the government and minority groups to address their concerns and ensure their representation in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape. It underscores the commitment of the DMK-led INDIA alliance to inclusive governance and socio-economic progress for all segments of society.
As the parliamentary elections approach, such engagements reaffirm the dedication of political stakeholders to inclusive governance and holistic development throughout Tamil Nadu.
