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Udhayanidhi Stalin's 100-Constituency Blitz: DMK Confident of Election Sweep

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin reports a highly positive public response after campaigning in nearly 100 constituencies ahead of the state's single-phase polls. He expressed supreme confidence that the DMK-led alliance will sweep the upcoming election. Concurrently, the DMK is spearheading statewide protests against the Centre's proposed delimitation exercise, which it claims will erode Tamil Nadu's state rights. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin symbolically burned a copy of the bill and raised a black flag to launch the agitation, while Udhayanidhi sharply criticized the AIADMK for its silence on the issue.

Key Points: DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin Confident of Sweeping Tamil Nadu Polls

  • Udhayanidhi Stalin campaigns in 100 seats in 16 days
  • DMK protests delimitation with black flags
  • MK Stalin burns copy of delimitation bill
  • AIADMK called "wild slaves of the BJP"
  • Delimitation Bill aims to raise Lok Sabha seats to 816
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"Campaigned in almost 100 constituencies in 16 days...getting positive feedback from people: Udhayanidhi Stalin

Udhayanidhi Stalin campaigns in 100 seats, gets positive feedback. DMK launches protests against BJP's delimitation bill, calling AIADMK "wild slaves."

"We are getting very positive feedback from the people. I have campaigned in almost 100 constituencies now in the last 16 days. - Udhayanidhi Stalin"

Chennai, April 17

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said he has campaigned in almost 100 constituencies in the last 16 days and is getting "positive feedback" from people. "We are getting very positive feedback from the people. I have campaigned in almost 100 constituencies now in the last 16 days. Wherever we go, we are getting a very overwhelming response. We are very sure, we will sweep this election...," DMK candidate for the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency toldon Thursday.

Tamil Nadu is set to go to polls in a single phase on April 23, with counting on May 4.

Speaking about DMK leaders' black flag protest against delimitation, Stalin said, "For this delimitation process, our leader warned about this. He only took the first step. He invited all the chief ministers from various states. They all came here and supported us. Now the real time has come. BJP is trying to implement the delimitation process... We will oppose this because again, we are losing our state rights. They have to promise that whatever proportionality they are giving to other states, Tamil Nadu also should be compensated in that... They are trying to stop our state rights..."

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) workers and supporters staged a protest in the Karumandapam area of Tiruchirappalli on Thursday, holding black flags to oppose the Centre's proposed delimitation exercise.

The protestors gathered in large numbers and expressed their strong opposition to the proposed delimitation bill, displaying black flags as a mark of dissent.

When asked about AIADMK not even speaking about delimitation, he said, "It's not a surprise for me. Whatever the BJP is saying, they are agreeing to. That is why I call them wild slaves of the BJP. So we are not very surprised."

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin burned a copy of the proposed delimitation bill, whose implementation is tied to a population-based revision of constituencies based on the 2011 census.

Stalin also raised a black flag to kick off statewide anti-delimitation agitation.

The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026, The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and The Delimitation Bill, 2026 were introduced and taken up for consideration and passing in the Lok Sabha on April 16. The government intends to raise the number of Lok Sabha seats to 816 from 543.

The Delimitation Bill provides for the readjustment of the allocation of seats in the House of the People to the States and Union territories, the total number of seats in the Legislative Assembly of each State and Union territories having a Legislative Assembly, the division of each State and each Union territory having a Legislative Assembly into territorial constituencies for elections to the House of the People and Legislative Assemblies of the States and Union territories.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Udhayanidhi seems very confident after his campaign tour. But I hope the DMK focuses more on governance and development issues in Tamil Nadu, not just protests and name-calling. We need solutions, not just slogans. 🤔
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Karthik V
The delimitation issue is serious for southern states. Our tax contributions are high but our voice in Parliament may shrink. DMK is correct to protest, but they should build a broader national consensus with other southern CMs.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Chennai, I appreciate the DMK standing up for state rights. But burning copies of bills seems more theatrical than constructive. Would prefer to see detailed counter-proposals and negotiations.
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Manish T
Calling AIADMK "wild slaves" is unnecessary political rhetoric. Both parties should debate the delimitation issue on merits. This affects Tamil Nadu's future for decades to come. Let's keep the discussion respectful and focused.
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Anjali F
Positive feedback in campaigning doesn't always translate to votes. DMK should not be overconfident. The delimitation protest is important, but so are local issues like water, jobs, and infrastructure. Hope they're addressing those too! 👍

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