Tamil Nadu Elections: Political Activity Intensifies
Tamil Nadu assembly elections are expected in april 2026.
Political campaigns and alliance talks have entered a decisive phase.
Efforts are underway to consolidate the AIADMK–BJP alliance and expand its front with additional parties.
Prime minister Narendra Modi to formally launch the AIADMK–BJP campaign on January 23 at Madurantakam near Chennai.
AIADMK–BJP Alliance Expansion
Current alliance includes:
Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK – Anbumani faction)
Tamil Maanila congress (TMC)
New Justice Party
Indian Democratic Party
Talks are reportedly ongoing with T.T.V. Dhinakaran, indicating possible further expansion.
Union minister Piyush Goyal is conducting meetings to finalize alliance arrangements.
Newly inducted party leaders may join the January 23 rally stage if confirmed.
After formalization, seat-sharing agreements are expected; AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami may sign the pact in Goyal’s presence.
DMK-Led Front Retains Focus
The ruling DMK is aggressively campaigning to retain power.
DMK-led front includes:
Indian National Congress
Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK)
Communist parties
Indian Union Muslim League
Makkal Needhi Maiam
Other Contenders
Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), led by Seeman, will contest independently.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor Vijay, invites parties for talks.
Vijay confirmed as TVK’s chief ministerial candidate.
Key Takeaways Ahead of Campaign
AIADMK–BJP alliance’s first major rally on Jan 23 expected to set the tone for elections.
Focus on finalizing alliance structure, seat-sharing, and campaign strategy.
Political contest shaping up as a multi-front battle between DMK-led coalition, AIADMK–BJP alliance, and smaller independent parties.
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