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Why use public money to glorify ex-leaders, asks SC

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September 23, 2025

THE Supreme Court on Monday ruled that the Tamil Nadu government shouldn't use public money for the glorification of former leaders, rejecting its plea to install a statue of former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi in Tirunelveli district.

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Why use public money to glorify ex-leaders, asks SC

“Tt is not permitted. Why are you using public funds for glorifying your former leaders?” observed a two-judge bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath and Prashant Kumar Mishra in its order.

The state government had sought permission to install a bronze statue and name board of the late leader near the public arch entrance of the Valliyoor Daily Vegetable Market, located on the Main Road in

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