Big day in Tamil Nadu politics. Actor Kamal Haasan launched his political party in the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu Madurai. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and AAP Tamil Nadu in charge Somnath Bharti were present in the historic moment. Kamal Haasan started his day with the visit to late president APJ Abdul Kalam's home in Rameswaram and sought blessings from Abdul Kalam's brother.
Kamal Haasan launches his political party 'Makkal Needhi Maiyam'
Kamal has named his party 'Makkal Needhi Maiyam'. Also, tweeted his official website name 'Maiam' and asked his supporters to join in. His official Twitter handle @maiamofficial has ready got 7000 followers. One can also follow his paprty on facebook: @maiamofficial.
Haasan said, "I am entering politics only because the ruling AIADMK party is bad, that is why I am not meeting any of them.''
— Makkal Needhi Maiam மக்கள் நீதி மய்யம் (@maiamofficial) February 21, 2018
Haasan told media that he would launch his political party and unfurl party flag and declare the ideas and ideology of my political journey.
Haasan had earlier said that he would start touring Tamil Nadu, beginning with his hometown in Ramanathapuram, on February 21. Kamal had also said that he would reveal the name of his party on the same day. He calls this tour a "journey of discovery" during which he will attempt to "understand people's needs and aspirations".
Feb 21, 2018, 8:34 PM IST
People of Delhi rejected both BJP and Congress and gave us 67 seats, the kind of response I am seeing here I am sure people of Tamil Nadu will break record of people of Delhi, said Arvind Kejriwal in Madurai
Feb 21, 2018, 8:33 PM IST
Kamal’s daughter Shruti Haasan has wished her father “all the success on his first step of a million more toward change and political reform”. Quoting his ‘favourite’ Mahatma Gandhi, she tweeted, “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” “I’m certain your determination and perseverance toward truth and justice we have witnessed in our family, will now be seen by everyone in our wonderful home of Tamil Nadu,” she wrote.
1/1 Wishing my dear father all the success on his first step of a million more toward change and political reform - to quote your favourite mahatma Gandhi “be the change you wish to see in the world “ I’m certain your determination and perseverance toward truth and justice cont’d
Kamal Haasan said that those present for the launch of his political party must be an example to the present day political system. “I will be seeking your suggestion rather than giving you speeches. I have shown you a morsel of the government I can cook for people here. The people who have gathered here are people who have enraged by the corruption prevalent in the state," he says.
Feb 21, 2018, 7:45 PM IST
Kamal Haasan thanks Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal for attending the launch and invites him on stage.
Make this noise once I announce the name. This is a party for the people. I am not a leader. The name of the party is 'Makkal Needhi Maiyam' says Kamal Haasan
— KamalHaasan - KamalismForever (@KamalismForever) February 21, 2018
Feb 21, 2018, 7:11 PM IST
Kamal Haasan, Arvind Kejriwal on route to Othakadai ground
Feb 21, 2018, 6:48 PM IST
Kamal Haasan on the way to venue, according to Tamil media.
Feb 21, 2018, 6:46 PM IST
A twitter handle following the developments of today's mega event posted a picture of the venue in Madurai
Feb 21, 2018, 6:09 PM IST
TOI reports that Madurai wears a festive look, with enthusiastic fans dancing to the beats of 'Parai'. Several groups are performing one after another and keeping audience engaged.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu spoke to Kamal Haasan over phone Tuesday night. "He (Naidu) wanted me to offer solutions to problems than mere policies," says Kamal
Feb 21, 2018, 11:03 AM IST
Kama Haasan says,"My political journey begins. Serving people is my priority. I live in people's hearts."
Feb 21, 2018, 10:56 AM IST
Kamal says, "since he couldn't speak to them properly at Ganesh Mahal due to media presence, he will speak to them separately again.
Feb 21, 2018, 10:55 AM IST
On Kalam, Kamal says,"The former president was a great source of inspiration for him."
Feb 21, 2018, 10:55 AM IST
Haasan says he hopes to hoist his party flag in front of all his supporters in Madurai.
Feb 21, 2018, 10:53 AM IST
Kamal Haasan address media in Rameswaram
Feb 21, 2018, 10:29 AM IST
Lawyer Prashant Bhushan wishes Kamal Haasan on his party launch
All the best to @ikamalhaasan who has finally taken the plunge into TN politics. No doubt he is doing it with intention of improving public life in TN, which desperately needs something far better than what DMK, ADMK, Cong & BJP have to offer. He will need expert advice on policy
Cricketer R Ashwin tweeted as Kamal Haasan is set to launch his political party.
A day where another superstar actor from TN launches his political party this evening. The political landscape is set for a massive change? #KamalHaasan
Kamal Haasan to address media at Hyatt before leaving for Kalam's memorial
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Feb 21, 2018, 8:30 am IST
Hours before launching his political party, veteran actor Kamal Haasan visits the residence of former President APJ Abdul Kalam in Rameswaram and interacts with his family members.
Feb 21, 2018, 8:31 am IST
Kamal Haasan briefly interacted with Kalam's brother Mohammed Muthumeera Lebbai Maraikkayar, reports PTI.
Feb 21, 2018, 8:34 am IST
The actor cancels his visit to a school after the local administration reportedly denied him permission to visit it.
Feb 21, 2018, 8:35 am IST
Hindu Munnani District President had given a letter to Rameswaram collector against Kamal Haasan's scheduled visit to the school where former President APJ Abdul Kalam studied.
Feb 21, 2018, 8:37 am IST
Kamal Haasan leaves after visiting APJ Abdul Kalam's house in Rameswaram.
Tamil Nadu: Kamal Haasan leaves after visiting APJ Abdul Kalam's house in Rameswaram. pic.twitter.com/m8NxR8V8he
"Greatness can come from the simplest of houses and this is one of them. I am touched, says Haasan after visiting APJ Abdul Kalam's house and meeting his brother, sister-in-law in Rameswaram
Feb 21, 2018, 8:56 am IST
Kamal Haasan briefly interacts with Kalam's brother Mohammed Muthumeera Lebbai Maraikkayar in Rameswaram. Pic courtesy: ANI news
Feb 21, 2018, 9:08 am IST
Former President APJ Abdul Kalam's elder brother blesses Kamal Haasan.
This is the schedule of Kamal Haasan's political events today.
Courtesy: @MirchiOffl
Feb 21, 2018, 9:34 am IST
Kamal Haasan begins interaction with fishermen at Ganesh Mahal in Rameswaram
Feb 21, 2018, 9:44 am IST
Kamal Haasan to fshermen: "Fishing is one of the most important livelihood options in Tamil Nadu, That's why I have come to visit you. I want to understand your issues and take it forward."
Feb 21, 2018, 10:05 am IST
When asked about the probability of success of his new political party in Tamil Nadu, Kamal Haasan said,"You will know when I make it a success."
Feb 21, 2018, 10:09 am IST
"Different governments have made different promises and then when people ask why the promises are not met, they bring different problems in front of them," NDTV quoted Kamal Haasan as saying.
Feb 21, 2018, 10:10 am IST
Kamal Haasan to address media at Hyatt before leaving for Kalam's memorial
Feb 21, 2018, 10:27 am IST
Cricketer R Ashwin tweeted as Kamal Haasan is set to launch his political party.
A day where another superstar actor from TN launches his political party this evening. The political landscape is set for a massive change? #KamalHaasan
Lawyer Prashant Bhushan wishes Kamal Haasan on his party launch
All the best to @ikamalhaasan who has finally taken the plunge into TN politics. No doubt he is doing it with intention of improving public life in TN, which desperately needs something far better than what DMK, ADMK, Cong & BJP have to offer. He will need expert advice on policy
Haasan says he hopes to hoist his party flag in front of all his supporters in Madurai.
Feb 21, 2018, 10:55 am IST
On Kalam, Kamal says,"The former president was a great source of inspiration for him."
Feb 21, 2018, 10:56 am IST
Kamal says, "since he couldn't speak to them properly at Ganesh Mahal due to media presence, he will speak to them separately again.
Feb 21, 2018, 11:03 am IST
Kama Haasan says,"My political journey begins. Serving people is my priority. I live in people's hearts."
Feb 21, 2018, 11:08 am IST
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu spoke to Kamal Haasan over phone Tuesday night. "He (Naidu) wanted me to offer solutions to problems than mere policies," says Kamal
Feb 21, 2018, 1:55 pm IST
Earlier Kamal Haasan visited Kalam Memorial in Ramanathapuram in TamilNadu.
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