DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran's Remarks Comparing Women's Status in Tamil Nadu and North India Spark Controversy

DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran sparked controversy by comparing women's status in Tamil Nadu and northern India during a laptop distribution event in Chennai. He praised Tamil Nadu's emphasis on girls' education and empowerment, contrasting it with his claim that in parts of northern India, girls are often expected to stay home, do household work, and bear children. The BJP condemned Maran's remarks as derogatory and demanded an apology, while DMK leaders defended the comments as highlighting regional differences in women's progress and education policies.