Vijay argues individual crimes should not be equated with law and order situation
One cannot fix responsibility for a crime on a government, because not all crimes were committed in the last 100 days, says CM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has argued that individual crimes should not be conflated with the overall law and order situation in the state. He clarified that not every crime can be attributed to the government, as the majority of offenses occur over extended periods and are influenced by various factors. Speaking during a debate on police and fire services budget allocations, Vijay stated that crime has underlying causes, such as family disputes, personal vendettas, drug use, and power struggles.
He emphasized that the police's role extends beyond merely arresting criminals and should involve proactive measures to prevent crime, including close collaboration with local communities. The chief minister also addressed the rise of cybercrime in the digital age, stressing the need for both technological preparedness and public awareness.
Addressing concerns about student involvement in criminal activities, Vijay called for working with families to provide guidance and support, citing issues like lack of parental care, peer influence, and social media as contributing factors. However, he refuted the opposition's attempt to attribute student behavior solely to a "drug culture," asserting that his government would not engage in such blame-shifting and would focus on eradicating the root causes of such issues.
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