TVK Takes Udhayanidhi Stalin to NCW Over Alleged Remark; Demands Apology, Legal Action
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has lodged a formal complaint with the National Commission for Women (NCW) against DMK youth wing secretary and Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin. The complaint was filed on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, and concerns an allegedly offensive remark made by Mr. Stalin during a DMK demonstration in Thanjavur on August 3.
TVK’s national spokesperson, Pazha Selvakumar, submitted the petition, urging the NCW to intervene by issuing a notice to Mr. Stalin. The notice would seek an explanation and an unconditional public apology for the alleged remark. According to the complaint, the remark was directed at a film actor and was triggered by chants from the audience at the demonstration. The exact words used by Mr. Stalin have not been disclosed by either party.
In addition to seeking an apology, the complaint calls on law enforcement authorities to initiate legal proceedings against the DMK leader under the relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The TVK has not specified which sections of the BNS it believes are applicable. The complaint was submitted with a request for swift action.
The National Commission for Women is a statutory body established under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990. It has the authority to examine complaints and summon individuals for inquiry. The Commission has not yet responded publicly to the TVK’s complaint, and it remains to be seen how it will proceed.
Several ministers in the TVK-led state government have publicly condemned Mr. Stalin’s alleged remarks. The party has also announced protests throughout the state on Tuesday, August 4, to press its demand for an apology and legal action. According to party sources, demonstrations are planned in Chennai and other district headquarters to keep the issue in the public eye. The party has asked its workers to remain peaceful during the demonstrations.
Udhayanidhi Stalin, the son of former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, holds a prominent position in Tamil Nadu politics as the Leader of the Opposition. He also serves as the youth wing secretary of the DMK. His public statements are closely watched, and any controversy involving him garners significant media attention.
The DMK has not yet issued a response to the complaint. TVK leaders have stated that they expect the NCW to handle the matter with urgency. They have also warned that the protests will intensify if the Commission does not act quickly.
This incident adds to the ongoing political friction between the TVK and the DMK. The two parties have been at odds over several issues in recent months, and this complaint marks another episode in their rivalry. The decision to approach the NCW indicates a reliance on institutional mechanisms to resolve political disputes.
The NCW has the discretion to admit or reject the complaint. If admitted, it is likely to issue a notice to Mr. Stalin, giving him an opportunity to respond. The timeline for such a decision has not been specified. The case raises broader questions about the accountability of public figures during political rallies and the role of statutory bodies in addressing such grievances.
