Chennai, April 15 -- Tamil Nadu BJP leader Ashvathaman Allimuthu on Tuesday filed a complaint against State Minister K. Ponmudy over his derogatory speech about Shaivism, Vaishnavism, and the dignity of women.

Alimuthu, speaking to ANI, said, "We have filed a complaint against State Minister K. Ponmudy over his derogatory speech against Shaivism and Vaishnavism, as well as the dignity of women. It is not only derogatory but also obscene. We are filing a complaint against him and expect action against him. We are expecting that the legal and judiciary should ensure justice."

DMK Minister K Ponmudy had purportedly made a 'joke' on two different sects of Hinduism, Shaivism and Viashnavism, drawing criticism from multiple leaders.

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