Quotes from J. Jayalalithaa

As far as I know, Kamala Haasan does not choose the prime minister of this country.

My government is truly concerned with bringing prohibition.

Just two words are enough to drive away the DMK members from the House. They are running away at the mention of 'Katchatheevu' or 'prohibition.'

The DMK may give promises to gain power, but it will implement the promises only if Karunanidhi or his family gets benefitted.

Boycott is a perfectly legitimate form of democratic protest.

Nowadays most men I meet are terrified of me.

When I started out, I was very shy, I was terrified of meeting strangers and I hated the lime-light.

AIADMK bears Annadurai in its name and his image on its flag. We will extend full cooperation in upholding the principles of democracy following the footsteps of Annadurai and MGR.

I thank God for the gift of people's love.

There is no city in the country with nil incidence of crime. We have to look into the crime rate in proportion to the population figures.

I think we are destined to live with coalition governments in the future.

There are no words to adequately express my gratitude to the people.

I have taken a rebirth due to the prayers of the people and my party cadre.

Having the reins of governance, power and political influence within one family will shatter the idea of equal opportunity to all, which is the basic concept of democracy.

Tough action is being taken on criminals involved in robbery, kidnapping and other related crimes.

Though MSV and Ramamurthi have been bestowed with many honours,it is sad that they were not considered for national honours like the Padma awards.

In 2006, the DMK gave television sets worth Rs 2,000, but collected Rs 3,000 for cable connection from each household. By this, the DMK leaders have earned Rs 25,000 crore of income.

What I am saying is that I have the numbers to replace the 18 DMK MPs. I mean what I say.

I am not in the habit of making ideal claims.

An illusion has been created that Gujarat is the top performing state in the country in all facets. But that is not true.

Due to enhanced freedom to police, the law and order situation in the state has improved.

I'm indebted to the people of Tamil Nadu.

I intend to show my gratitude through actions after forming the government.

I'm not irresponsible at all. That's totally removed from the truth.