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DMK MP DNV Senthilkumar has clarified his statement on 'Gaumutra states' in the Lok Sabha, emphasizing that it was not intended to be controversial. He pointed out that similar terminology has been used in Parliament speeches before. Referring to the BJP's strong influence in Hindi heartland states as 'Gaumutra' states, his comment sparked a significant controversy. Senthilkumar mentioned his willingness to avoid the term if it offended anyone but asserted that no one had expressed hurt sentiments so far. BJP leaders, including Meenakshi Lekhi, criticized the remark, labeling it as a disrespect to the 'Sanatani' tradition. This statement from Senthilkumar surfaced during a debate on bills related to Jammu and Kashmir.

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