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Soumya Anbumani Advocates Vegetarian Food in Social Justice Hostels Over Meat
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News18•03-10-2026, 11:50
Soumya Anbumani Advocates Vegetarian Food in Social Justice Hostels Over Meat
- •Soumya Anbumani announced her tour of Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, and Nagercoil districts to study the Thamirabarani River.
- •She condemned body-shaming remarks made by former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin regarding the Dharapuram candidate.
- •Anbumani stated that serving vegetarian food in social justice hostels is safer and better than meat, citing health risks if meat is not handled properly.
- •She welcomed the closure of 717 liquor shops and the 'Singappen Padai' scheme for women's safety, also praising the creation of 10,000 police jobs.
- •When asked about a potential alliance between Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam and Pattali Makkal Katchi, she directed reporters to ask Anbumani.
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Soumya Anbumani stated that serving meat in hostels poses safety and spoilage risks that can cause health issues like vomiting and diarrhea, concluding that vegetarian food is a better and safer choice.
Some students from rural backgrounds requested beef because mutton is relatively expensive and was not something they usually consumed, prompting discussions on adding it alongside existing chicken and mutton items.
Soumya Anbumani welcomed the closure of 717 liquor shops as a first step and expressed support for women's safety schemes like the 'Singappen Padai' (Lioness Army) announced by the new government.
