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TVK to Decide on AIADMK Defections Amid New Health Policy Launch
- •Tamil Nadu Minister K G Arunraj stated that the ruling TVK will not actively seek defections from AIADMK but will evaluate decisions if MLAs choose to switch sides.
- •Arunraj clarified that his party has no specific target or mission regarding the induction of opposition legislators.
- •The Health Ministry will soon launch a positive health policy to share preventive healthcare advisories with the public.
- •The state has introduced a multi-pronged mission to curb excessive salt intake, noting that average daily consumption is 7 to 8 grams against the WHO limit of under 5 grams.
- •Experts highlight that a mere 1 gram reduction in daily salt intake can significantly lower the risk of heart and hypertensive diseases.
Key Questions Answered
Tamil Nadu Minister K G Arunraj stated that while the ruling TVK will not actively solicit defections, the party remains open to evaluating political developments and taking a call if AIADMK legislators choose to switch sides after rejecting their own leadership.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker JCD Prabhakar announced that no action would be taken against 21 AIADMK MLAs who supported the TVK government during the May 13 floor test, following a formal request from AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami. However, four other MLAs who resigned and joined TVK faced ongoing actions regarding their seats.
The Health Ministry announced a positive health policy to disseminate vital preventive healthcare advisories, emphasizing lifestyle modifications. This includes a multi-pronged state mission introduced during the budget session aimed at curbing excessive salt intake to combat hypertension and cardiovascular diseases.
