Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan stated that the lighting of a deepam in Thirupparankundram, a matter of Hindu faith, cannot be stopped by anyone, despite the State government's actions. He criticized the State government's stance as politically motivated, asserting that cultural and religious practices are integral to Tamil identity. Pradhan also commented on the National Education Policy, urging its implementation to promote regional languages and highlighted cultural integration initiatives like Kashi Tamil Sangamam.