A new controversy sparked on X, formerly known as Twitter, after a post by the DMK NRI Wing allegedly displayed a map of India with portions of Jammu & Kashmir shown as part of Pakistan.
A fresh wave of controversy has erupted online after a post from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam's (DMK) NRI Wing was shared on social media platform X, featuring a map of India that allegedly showed parts of Jammu & Kashmir ceded to Pakistan.
Following a massive social media backlash where netizens accused the DMK of unpatriotic behaviour the post was allegedly deleted by the Tamil Nadu ruling party. Hours later, a new post with the caption, "Tamil Nadu is growing economically as well as education under Dravida model rule!" was reposted, this time with the correct map of India.
I am sure the admin of DMK NRI Wing is from Pakistan.
Why would anyone else use the wrong map of India? pic.twitter.com/hF3cm9CNYe
திராவிட மாடல் ஆட்சியில் கல்வியைப் போல் பொருளாதாரத்திலும் வளர்ந்து வரும் தமிழ்நாடு! pic.twitter.com/ozhvpWhkvT
— DMK NRI Wing (@DMKNRIWing)The uproar gained momentum when Dr. SG Suryah, Tamil Nadu BJP State Secretary, called out the DMK in a strongly worded post on X. He pointed out that this was not the first time the party had misrepresented the Indian map, referring to a similar incident in 2020 involving Udhayanidhi Stalin, the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin.
"Not the first time #DMK does this. Previously in 2020 #UdhaynithiStalin made the same mistake in a video & after I filed a complaint with then Police Commissioner, he deleted the video where Indian map was misrepresented. No wonder #DMK & DMKTards are fond of Pakistan," wrote Dr. Suryah, further intensifying the debate.
Not the first time does this. Previously in 2020 made the same mistake in a video & after I filed a complaint with then Police Commissioner he deleted the video where Indian map was misrepresented.
No wonder & DMKTards are fond of Pakistan. pic.twitter.com/Vwd9w83IJq
Many users echoed Dr. Suryah's sentiments, accusing the DMK of attempting to undermine India's territorial integrity. One user commented, "Is eradicating Sanatan the first dream, and the second dream eradicating India? Has the DMK already given half of J&K to Pakistan?"
Another remarked, "I am sure the admin of DMK NRI Wing is from Pakistan. Why would anyone else use the wrong map of India?"
The controversial map has added fuel to an ongoing political firestorm, with some netizens linking it to Udhayanidhi Stalin's previous statements on Sanatana Dharma. A vocal critic of Sanatana Dharma, Udhayanidhi had earlier remarked that the ancient tradition needed to be "eradicated." Now, social media users are questioning if this alleged "eradication" of Sanatana Dharma is only a precursor to more 'sinister' plans to divide the nation.
"DMK reciprocates the feelings of the INDI alliance, they want Punjab to be with Khalistanis, part of J&K with Pakistan and part with China, Arunachal with China, and some parts of Assam with Bangladesh. INDI alliance is a big threat to national unity," commented one user.
Another furious comment read, "Shame on you MK Stalin and Udhayanidhi and DMK followers—you do not even know how India looks like. You will give away half of Kashmir to Pakistan! Unpatriotic fellows!"
Here's a look at some of the reactions to the now deleted DMK NRI Wing post with wrong map of India:
Is eradicating Sanatan the first dream, and the second dream eradicating India? Has the DMK already given half of J&K to Pakistan? pic.twitter.com/mRVlbilnCw
— Mr Sinha (@MrSinha_)திராவிடம் என்றல் பிரிவினைவாதம், இவர்களிடம் நாட்டுப்பற்று எதிர்பார்ப்பது வீண் வேலை🤬 https://t.co/TooL6lTkJU pic.twitter.com/Co5yMh43xe
— Murali (@MuraliS27)Has DMK given Half of Kashmir given to Pakistan ??
After eradicating Sanatan , the second project is of eradicating India ?? pic.twitter.com/LwuEdPXWtx
The DMK has used the India map released by Pakistan! This is entirely anti-national and deeply hurts every Indian. 😡😡😡
If there's still any sense of accountability in , DMK President CM must publicly apologize to the Nation. pic.twitter.com/PWOOmHN0ZO
DMK has given Jammu and Kashmir to Pakistan and China??? pic.twitter.com/eYz81lVxit
— Gayathri தாமரை மகள் (@Gayathr79252322)🚨 SHOCKING AGENDA: Is the plan to first destroy Sanatan Dharma, and then move on to dismantling India? With the way the DMK behaves, you'd think they have little regard for J&K's integral status within Bharat!
Their attitude suggests a disturbing indifference to India's…
The entire family of Stalin is anti-Indian. They are more deadly than a snakes's venom, People should understand this.
— Mr. Jha (@mbaskjha)What is the contribution of temples in Tamilnadu GDP. Can they mention it... No they will not
— Deep Anjum (@DeepAnjum)DMK's stance is concerning for India's unity and integrity. If the party promotes such ideas, it not only poses a danger to the country but also raises questions about its political motives. Any attempt to undermine India's cultural and geographical integrity should be opposed.…
— पंडित हेतराम विदुआ Modi Ka Parivar ll (@HetramMishra)What kind of people we have in India 🇮🇳
— Dilbag Koundal ਦਿਲਬਾਗ ਕੌਂਡਲ 🇮🇳 (@dilbag_koundal)Eradicating cultures sounds like a fun game—next level: losing a country in the process!
— harsh (@harssharmaa)The DMK has shared a map of India released by Pakistan! This action is deeply inappropriate and goes against the sentiments of every Indian.
It is a matter of national integrity, and if the DMK values responsibility, its President and CM Shri. should issue a public… pic.twitter.com/X3ESJpOJTg
The backlash on X erupted two days after Udhayanidhi Stalin, Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister, reaffirmed his stance on his earlier Sanatana Dharma remarks and stood by his refusal to apologize for them.
He referenced the reformist leader Periyar EV Ramasamy and the Dravidian movement's fight against caste discrimination, reiterating that his comments were aligned with the ideals of the late DMK patriarch M. Karunanidhi and other Dravidian leaders.
Speaking about the multiple legal cases filed against him, Udhayanidhi maintained that these were based on distortions of what he actually said.
"I was asked to apologize in court. If I make a comment, that is it. I am facing the case in court. I am the grandson of Kalaignar (late Chief Minister Karunanidhi), I will not tender apology," he said on October 21.