CM M.K. Stalin Calls on Tamil Diaspora in the U.S. to Visit Tamil Nadu Annually

Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, M.K. Stalin, during his visit to the United States to attract investments, urged non-resident Tamil families to return to their homeland once a year. Speaking at a gathering of the Tamil diaspora in Chicago, Stalin emphasized the importance of maintaining a connection with Tamil Nadu, the motherland.

He encouraged non-resident Tamils to bring their children to the state, exposing them to the rich heritage and culture of Tamil Nadu. He urged them to visit historic sites like Sivagalai, Korkai, Parunai, and Keeladi, and to show their children landmarks such as the museum, which stands as a symbol of Tamil history and pride.

Stalin playfully suggested that they remind their children that one of their family members is the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu—Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin.

He further encouraged the Tamil diaspora in Chicago to stay united, emphasizing that Tamils should live with pride and dignity, free from divisions. “You have reached these heights due to your talent. Tamils are not frogs in a well,” he said, praising the achievements of Tamils in global arenas.

Stalin spoke about the Dravidian Model of governance, describing it as a protective shield for Tamils worldwide. He highlighted the Tamil Nadu government’s efforts, through the Department of Non-Resident Tamils, to address the challenges faced by Tamils living abroad.

“The government of Tamil Nadu is not just a DMK government, but one that represents the entire Tamil race,” he declared, stressing that the Tamil language has the power to unify and transcend caste and religious divisions.

Citing the Keeladi archaeological excavations, Stalin remarked that Tamil civilization was advanced 4,000 years ago. He added that the future history of the Indian subcontinent will be written with a focus on the Tamil landscape.

Stalin’s U.S. tour, which began on August 27, has included interactions with the Tamil diaspora in San Francisco and Chicago.