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KUALA LUMPUR, Sun.:
Neither the government nor the MIC support street demonstrations as a means to resolve problems, Works Minister Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu said today.
“We believe in working from within the (government) system,” the MIC president said in response to the illegal gathering organised by the defiant Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) leaders.
The minister issued the statement following requests from local and foreign media for his comments on the rally. “The MIC has been working within the system and it has been proven to be successful. “We have resolved many problems and issues through consultations and dialogues with the government, without resorting to street demonstrations,” he said.
Samy Vellu said education, economic and social issues have been resolved through direct consultations with the federal, state and local governments. “Every Wednesday, at Cabinet meetings, we bring up issues concerning the Indian community. Some matters are discussed behind closed-doors as it involves sensitive matters. “However, the government has always been supportive. The leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has been very supportive and sympathetic towards our cause,” he said.
On the gathering, Samy Vellu said it was obvious that the Opposition was behind it and was a ploy to smear the government’s name, especially in the eyes of the world. The Hindraf rally was staged this morning despite the police having warned Hindraf leaders and supporters not to challenge the law. Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Ismail Omar warned protesters that they risked arrest if they turned up for the illegal gathering. Yesterday, Hindraf co-ordinator S. Manickavasagam singled out Ampang Park, Wisma MCA and KLCC as the gathering points for the rally.
I am one of the few thousand Malaysian indian working abroad.S.Velu should quit his politics n give young generation Indian politician’s to handle MIC’s helm.What has he done since the 30 odd yrs in MIC?
Cant talk proper Malay or English.Only know’s how to swindle $$$$ for own benefit and furthermore a ex gangster.
Think all Minister’s in any party should be educated n have self respect before joining any political party.