The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party has formally decided to hold a grand state conference in Tiruchy on march 8, 2026 as part of its campaign strategy ahead of the upcoming tamil Nadu Legislative assembly elections. The resolution was taken during a meeting of DMK district secretaries held on January 20 in Chennai, presided over by party president and tamil Nadu chief minister M. K. Stalin.
The theme of the Tiruchy meeting will be “Stalin Should Continue; Let tamil Nadu Win” — a slogan reflecting the party’s push to retain power and celebrate its governance record. An estimated 1 million (10 lakh) DMK supporters and workers are expected to attend the event.
🔎 Key Decisions from the district Secretaries’ Meeting
The DMK leadership approved four major resolutions focused on strengthening the party’s election campaign over the next few months:
1. Mass State Conference — march 8 in Tiruchy
· The party will hold a huge state conference in Tiruchy on march 8 with a target of 10 lakh participants.
· The rally will emphasize the party’s governance achievements and mobilize political support ahead of the assembly elections.
· The official slogan for the event is “Stalin Should Continue; Let tamil Nadu Win.”
2. Women’s Outreach Campaign (February 1 – march 8)
· From February 1 to march 8, the DMK will mobilize women volunteers under the campaign titled “Vellum tamil Pennkal” (“Victorious tamil Women”).
· Around 10 women per assembly constituency will be selected to conduct door‑to‑door outreach, explaining government welfare schemes and accomplishments, distributing informational materials, and encouraging support for the party.
· This initiative aims to ensure broad engagement from female voters and secure their backing for the DMK.
3. “Tamil Nadu Will Not Bow Down” Public Awareness Drive
· The party plans a statewide publicity drive named “Tamil Nadu Thalaikuniyaadhu” (“Tamil Nadu Will Not Bow Down”) from February 1–28.
· Star campaigners will be chosen to conduct public meetings and outreach events in each constituency, highlighting key issues and reinforcing the party’s messaging.
· These events will include interactions with prominent local figures, youth, students, and professionals to strengthen grassroots engagement.
4. Booth‑Level Training and Preparations
· The DMK will organize training sessions for booth‑level volunteers under the campaign “En Vaakku Chaavadi – Vetri Vaakku Chaavadi” (“My Booth Is a Winning Booth”).
· Multiple training conferences will be held across regions to prepare volunteers for election work, ensuring every booth committee is ready for effective voter outreach and mobilization.
· These trainings will take place in different clusters across tamil Nadu throughout February.
📌 Context & Purpose
· The DMK’s meeting of district secretaries and the decisions taken are part of a comprehensive election preparation strategy as the state gears up for its legislative assembly polls later this year.
· By organizing large‑scale public events, targeted outreach campaigns, and coordinated grassroots efforts, the party aims to consolidate its support base, especially among women and local voters, while showcasing its governance record.
📝 In Summary
The DMK has set March 8, 2026 as the date for its statewide conference in Tiruchy, under the theme “Stalin Should Continue; Let tamil Nadu Win”, with plans to draw about 10 lakh supporters. The january 20 meeting of district secretaries approved four strategic initiatives — a massive rally, women’s outreach campaigns, a statewide publicity drive, and booth‑level volunteer training — all geared toward strengthening the party’s position ahead of the election.
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