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Sasikala & Ramadoss Forge New Alliance, Shake Up Tamil Nadu's 2026 Polls

VK Sasikala's All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munetra Kazhagam (AIPTMMK) has entered into a formal alliance with PMK founder S Ramadoss for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The alliance, described as a "combined force," plans to contest all 234 seats, creating a significant new player in the state's political landscape. This move comes amid a reported rift within the PMK, as Ramadoss's son, Anbumani Ramadoss, has aligned the party with the AIADMK-led NDA. The development sets the stage for a potentially multi-cornered contest involving the DMK alliance, the NDA, and this new front.

Key Points: Sasikala-PMK Alliance for 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections

  • New pre-poll alliance formed
  • Aims to contest all 234 seats
  • Creates rift within PMK leadership
  • Challenges existing DMK and NDA blocs
  • Part of broader political realignment
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"Alliance has created an impact ": Sasikala's AIPTMMK, PMK founder Ramadoss join hands for 2026 Assembly polls

VK Sasikala's AIPTMMK and PMK founder S Ramadoss form a new political alliance, aiming to contest all 234 seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.

"This alliance has created a tremor in many people. - S Ramadoss"

Puducherry, March 21

All India Revolutionary Leader Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam General Secretary Sasikala confirmed that their party will contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections together with Ramadoss as a "combined force".

PMK founder Ramadoss told reporters, "This alliance has created an impact in Tamil Nadu by entering into an agreement with the All India Revolutionary Leader Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam. This alliance has created a tremor in many people. Some more people are going to join this alliance tomorrow. We will contest in 234 seats. We will take a decision together with Sasikala. Those who want to join us can express their interest. We have formed this alliance for the good of the people of Tamil Nadu."

Meanwhile, VK Sasikala, who recently announced her party, All India Puratchi Thalaivar Makkal Munetra Kazhagam, met Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) founder S Ramadoss on Friday in the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

Their meeting has sparked speculations of a new alliance brewing in the state. PMK leader and S Ramadoss' son, Anbumani Ramadoss, has joined the NDA after forming an agreement with AIADMK, and amid this father-son rift, the PMK founder held discussions with Sasikala.

Former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa's close associate, VK Sasikala, has maintained that her party will contest the Tamil Nadu Assembly in an alliance with like-minded parties.

Former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa's close associate, VK Sasikala, has maintained that her party will contest the Tamil Nadu Assembly in an alliance with like-minded parties.

The main electoral contest is expected between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)-led alliance, and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) as allies. Vijay is also set to make his political debut in this election with his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and will look to turn the polls into a triangular contest.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Another alliance, another promise. 🤔 We've seen so many fronts come and go. What matters is a clear vision for Tamil Nadu's development - jobs, education, healthcare. Hope this isn't just about seat-sharing and power politics.
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Anbumani R
As someone from Tamil Nadu, I welcome any alliance that can provide a strong alternative to the current DMK government. The state needs change. But the father-son rift in PMK is unfortunate for party workers.
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Priya S
With Vijay also entering, 2026 will be a very crowded election! Voters are confused with so many options. Parties should focus on their manifesto rather than just alliance arithmetic. 🗳️
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Michael C
Observing from outside, Tamil Nadu's political landscape seems incredibly dynamic. The mention of "creating a tremor" is quite dramatic! Does Sasikala still have the grassroots connect after all these years?
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I have my doubts. Alliances formed just before elections often lack ideological cohesion. They say it's for the people, but will they stay together after the results? We need stability.

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