Politicos call for action on violence against women

Chennai: On International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, political party leaders on Monday expressed concern about crimes against women and children and called for govt action to create a safer environment.AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami said he repeatedly highlighted the lack of safety for women in the DMK regime. He said women were afraid to even walk on roads. "There is still no remedy," he said, urging the state govt to take decisive action to prevent violence against women, recognising that women's progress is equivalent to social progress. "Let us pledge to create a safe atmosphere for women to live without fear."DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi pointed out that violence against women was increasing at all levels of society, from homes to public spaces. "Women, like men, have built all the levels of social stratification with their knowledge and hard work," she posted on X.TVK leader Vijay expressed distress over reports of violence against women and children in a state that promotes women's empowerment. He urged the state to establish a dedicated web portal for reporting sexual crimes against women and children, as recommended by Madras high court. DMDK general secretary Premalatha Vijayakant encouraged women to be courageous, confident, honest, and dignified in facing challenges and achieving success.