Tamil actress Gautami Tadimalla on Monday resigned from the BJP after being a member for 25 years. In a long statement, Gautami said even though she has honoured her commitment to the party, she did not get any support from the BJP as she stands at “an unimaginable crisis point” in her life.
“...not only do I not have any support from the party and leaders, but it has come to my knowledge that several amongst them have been actively helping and supporting the very person who has betrayed my trust and cheated me of my life earnings,” she said.
Referring to one C. Alagappan, the actress stated that he has swindled her of her money, property and documents. She said she had faith in the Tamil Nadu government and judicial department, and said she was fighting for justice for herself and her child's future.
Gautami recalled how the BJP, during the 2021 assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, entrusted her with the development of the Rajapalayam constituency and had assured her a seat. However, the seat was rescinded in the last minute, she stated.
The actress said she remained a party loyalist despite these incidents, but she was shattered by the “complete lack of support”. Several senior leaders have been enabling Alagappan in dodging justice and absconding since the last 40 days even after FIRs were filed, she alleged.