Shun tilaks at party events, says DMK MP A Raja, starts a row

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DMK MP A Raja has urged party members to avoid Hindu religious symbols when wearing party attire, stating that it blurs the line between the DMK and RSS. This statement has provoked backlash from BJP leaders, who accuse him of undermining Hindu traditions. DMK asserts it's Raja’s personal view.

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