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AIADMK Welcomes PMK Into NDA, Dubs Tamil Nadu Bloc a "Victory Alliance"

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami announced the inclusion of the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) into the state's National Democratic Alliance ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections. He declared the bloc a "victory alliance" and indicated that more parties may join. The move intensifies political activity as the AIADMK-led NDA aims to reclaim power in the 2026 Assembly elections. Meanwhile, Palaniswami has launched sharp criticisms at the ruling DMK and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin.

Key Points: PMK Joins AIADMK-Led NDA Alliance for Tamil Nadu Elections

  • PMK formally joins AIADMK-led NDA
  • Alliance eyes 2026 state elections
  • AIADMK has renewed ties with BJP
  • Palaniswami accuses DMK regime of failures
  • Political activity intensifies in Tamil Nadu
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AIADMK's Palaniswami announces PMK's inclusion in NDA ahead of Tamil Nadu polls, calls it "victory alliance"

AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami announces PMK's inclusion in the NDA, calling it a "victory alliance" ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.

"Our alliance is a victory alliance. - Edappadi Palaniswami"

Chennai, January 7

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami on Wednesday announced the inclusion of Pattali Makkal Katchi in the state's National Democratic Alliance ahead of the forthcoming Tamil Nadu elections.

Addressing a press briefing in Chennai alongside PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss, Palaniswami asserted that they are already in an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party and expressed the possibility of including more parties in their bloc.

"The PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss, has also joined the NDA alliance; more parties are also expected to join the alliance. Our alliance is a victory alliance," Palaniswami told reporters.

Echoing Palaniswami's remarks, PMK chief A. Ramadoss confirmed the development, stating, "PMK has joined hands with the AIADMK to form alliance with the NDA."

Earlier in the day, Anbumani Ramadoss met with E Palaniswami at his residence in Chennai.

With the 2026 Assembly elections approaching, political activity in Tamil Nadu has intensified. The AIADMK-led NDA aims to reclaim power after 2021, despite its subdued performance in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The AIADMK has also renewed its alliance with the BJP after severing ties in 2023.

Meanwhile, the ruling DMK faces the task of retaining power but enters the contest with confidence following its strong performance in the 2024 parliamentary polls.

Earlier on Tuesday, Edappadi Palaniswami claimed that NDA will "win big in 2026 elections," while alleging that "sexual assaults are happening under the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) regime."

Addressing the AIADMK's women conference in Kallakurichi on Monday, Palaniswami accused Chief Minister M.K. Stalin of taking credit for plans originally proposed by the AIADMK (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam).

"AIADMK alliance will win big in 2026 elections. Stalin, who visited the Kallakurichi district a few days ago, has left after lying. They are now revealing the plans that the AIADMK brought, claiming that they did it. He named the child I gave birth to. Sexual assaults are happening under this regime," he said.

Tamil Nadu is scheduled to hold elections in the first half of this year.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
As a Tamil voter, I'm tired of these pre-election dramas. Every time it's the same story - new alliances, old promises. Palaniswami ji, instead of naming alliances "victory alliance", please name your concrete plan for women's safety if you are so concerned. 🤔
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Rajesh Q
Good move. PMK has a solid vote bank in the northern districts. With BJP's national backing and AIADMK's core, this NDA bloc looks formidable on paper. But they need a united front and a clear leader. 2026 will be very interesting!
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Sarah B
Watching from Delhi, this seems like smart politics. But the constant switching of alliances (AIADMK with BJP, then without, now again with) is confusing for common people. Stability in ideology is important too, not just electoral arithmetic.
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Anjali F
The focus should be on what they will deliver for Tamil Nadu. We have seen both DMK and AIADMK regimes. Instead of claiming "I did this first", please tell us what new you will do for education, healthcare, and jobs for youth. Enough of this credit war!
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Manish T
PMK joining is significant. But let's be real, DMK is very strong after 2024 LS results. AIADMK-NDA has a mountain to climb. They need more than alliances; they need a wave in their favor. The next few months will be crucial.

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