The BJP strongly criticised Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin
for calling Sanskrit a “dead language,” saying he is becoming a symbol of “anarchy
and division” by repeatedly insulting Hindus.
Speaking at a book launch in Chennai on Friday, Udhayanidhi said the Union
government gave only ₹150 crore for developing the Tamil language, while Sanskrit,
which he described as “a dead language,” received ₹2,400 crore.
Responding strongly, BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said Udhayanidhi
Stalin is “known for showing hatred towards Hindus.”