CM assured secular, corruption-free governance: Congress MP Jothimani after TVK alliance meeting
Chennai, July 2
After the first coordination meeting of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam alliance on Wednesday, Congress MP Jothimani said that Chief Minister Vijay met all the leaders, exchanged views and assured that the government would continue to follow the principles of secularism, social justice and corruption-free governance.
She said the Chief Minister also listened to the views of alliance partners during the meeting.
"The Chief Minister met all of us and exchanged his views. We also shared whatever we felt...The Chief Minister reciprocated the same and assured us that this government will be guided by secularism, social justice, and corruption-free, honest governance," Jothimani said.
She further said that the people of Tamil Nadu were satisfied with the government's performance and that supporting the alliance meant supporting good governance.
"The people of Tamil Nadu are also very happy with his government. For us, supporting him means supporting good governance and service to Tamil Nadu. We are happy about that," she added.
Congress leader Praveen Chakravarty said that a coordination committee will be formed and a common minimum programme will be prepared in the upcoming meeting.
He said that CM Vijay thanked the alliance partners for their support during the meeting.
"He thanked the allies for support and it was agreed that we will be forming a coordination committee. We will be giving a name for the alliance and drawing up a common minimum program in the next meeting, whenever the CM calls for that meeting," Chakravarty said.
Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) chief Vaiko said that a healthy discussion was held among the alliance partners and expressed confidence that the name of the alliance would be announced in the next meeting.
MDMK chief Vaiko recently announced that his party has decided to extend support to the TVK in the upcoming by-elections and local body elections.
"A very healthy discussion took place. I am hopeful that in the next meeting the name of the alliance will be announced," Vaiko said. (ANI)
Addressing a joint press conference on Wednesday of TVK, Congress, VCK, IUML and MDMK after the alliance's first coordination meeting, Tamil Nadu Congress president Manickam Tagore said, "This is the first meeting, and it's a good start for our alliance. After 50 days of this TVK government, the first meeting went well today on a positive note. We have discussed three things today. We need a coordination committee. We need a common minimum agenda. To have a name for this alliance."
Tagore also hinted at inducting the TVK into the INDIA bloc in future.
"Whoever has MPs in our alliance, they will be inducted into the INDIA alliance. Soon, the next meeting will be held, and it will be announced to all of you," he said.
The Congress had exited the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) in Tamil Nadu and joined hands with the TVK to form a government in the state. Thereafter, the DMK skipped the INDIA bloc meeting held on June 8, citing "betrayal" by the Congress.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I'm skeptical. Congress left DMK alliance citing 'betrayal,' but now they're teaming up with TVK? Seems like political convenience. Let's see if this alliance lasts beyond the next election cycle. The people of Tamil Nadu deserve better than backroom deals.
Interesting to see Vaiko joining hands with TVK. The MDMK chief has always been a strong voice for Tamil identity and social justice. If this alliance can truly deliver clean governance and secular values, it might be a game-changer for TN politics.
Corruption-free governance? That's a big claim. We've heard such promises before. But if CM Vijay can actually deliver—reducing red tape, improving public services, and keeping the administration transparent—then TN will benefit. Actions speak louder than press conferences.
Very happy that social justice is highlighted! TN has a long tradition of inclusive policies and reservations. Hope this alliance continues that legacy. Also, inducting TVK into INDIA bloc makes strategic sense—united opposition against central overreach. 💪
Honestly, I'm tired of coalition politics. One party leaves DMK, joins TVK, and calls it 'principled.' Meanwhile, local body elections and by-elections are around the corner. It's all about power-sharing. The common minimum program better include real development plans for rural TN.
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