Tamil Nadu BJP Chief Apologises for Leaked Video Incident Involving Finance Minister

Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai apologized for BJP functionaries sharing a video of a private conversation between a Coimbatore hotel chain owner and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The leaked video led to criticism from DMK, Congress, and netizens. Annamalai requested to respect the matter's closure.

Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai issued an apology on Friday for the actions of party members who shared a controversial video on social media. The video captured an intimate discussion between Coimbatore hotel chain owner Srinivasan and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, sparking widespread backlash.

The video's release saw immediate criticism from the DMK, Congress, and various netizens, accusing the BJP of pressuring a respected entrepreneur to apologize for his remarks on the GST implementation. In the video, Srinivasan voiced concerns about GST inconsistencies and the impact on consumer behavior.

Amid growing criticism, Annamalai apologized publicly, expressing regret for the privacy breach. He emphasized the significance of Srinivasan's contributions to Tamil Nadu's business sector and urged all parties to respect the resolution of the matter.

(With inputs from agencies.)