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‘Had to accept her wish’: Row over Vedic rituals at wedding of DMK general secretary's granddaughter

Hindustan Times Nov 08, 2026 at 11:31 AM IST India
‘Had to accept her wish’: Row over Vedic...

AI summary

Vedic rituals and Sanskrit chants at DMK general secretary Duraimurugan’s granddaughter’s wedding sparked criticism from Dravidar Kazhagam leader K Veeramani, who said it contradicted the party’s rationalist roots. Duraimurugan said he complied with his granddaughter’s wishes, expressed regret, and asked that the matter not become political.

Key takeaways

  • Dravidar Kazhagam president K Veeramani condemned the Vedic ceremony as violating Dravidian rationalist principles.
  • The wedding, attended by chief minister MK Stalin and film stars, featured priests performing traditional rites.
  • Duraimurugan said his granddaughter, educated abroad and marrying outside her caste, specifically requested a traditional ceremony.
  • He expressed regret over the backlash and urged that the issue not be politicized.
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