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AIADMK Confident of 210 Seats, Targets DMK on Safety & Taxes in Tamil Nadu

Former AIADMK minister SP Velumani has expressed supreme confidence in his party's alliance winning 210 constituencies in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, ensuring Edappadi K Palaniswami becomes Chief Minister. He highlighted Coimbatore as an AIADMK stronghold, crediting the party for major development projects like the Avinashi flyover and airport expansion. Velumani launched a sharp critique of the ruling DMK government, alleging it has failed on women's safety and has imposed excessive taxes, even on garbage. The stage is set for a major contest between the DMK-led alliance and the AIADMK-led NDA, with polling on April 23.

Key Points: AIADMK's Velumani Predicts 210 Seats, Slams DMK in TN Polls

  • AIADMK targets 210 constituencies
  • Palaniswami projected as CM candidate
  • Coimbatore touted as party stronghold
  • DMK criticized on women's safety and taxes
  • Major projects cited as AIADMK achievements
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Confident of winning 210 constituencies: Former AIADMK minister SP Velumani ahead of TN polls

Former AIADMK minister SP Velumani predicts a landslide win, claims Edappadi K Palaniswami will be CM, and criticizes DMK's governance ahead of Tamil Nadu polls.

"AIADMK and its alliance candidates would secure victory - SP Velumani"

Coimbatore, March 28

Former AIADMK minister SP Velumani on Saturday expressed confidence that All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam would secure a landslide victory in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.

Addressing a press conference, he said, "AIADMK and its alliance candidates would secure victory", claiming that the party would win 210 constituencies and that Edappadi K Palaniswami would become Chief Minister.

Referring to the legacy of MG Ramachandran and J Jayalalithaa, he highlighted that the party has announced the names of its candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections under the leadership of the party's general secretary Edapaddi K Palaniswami, except for Chennai.

Velumani said, "Candidates for other constituencies have already been announced, and the names of candidates from alliance parties will be announced soon", he added.

Velumani emphasized that Coimbatore has always been an AIADMK "stronghold", highlighting that several major development projects over the past 50 years were implemented during AIADMK rule.

Key projects mentioned include the Avinashi flyover, Athikadavu-Avinashi drinking water scheme and the airport expansion project.

Criticizing the DMK government, they alleged that women do not feel safe under its rule and assured that pending projects for Coimbatore would be implemented soon.

When asked about the state of taxes under the DMK government, he said, "People are well aware of the situation," alleging that even garbage is being taxed and that voters would give a fitting reply in the elections.

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) on Wednesday released its first list of 23 candidates for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections.

The list was announced by party General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, who is also among the candidates named in the initial list.

Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4. The current tenure of the 234-member state assembly ends on May 10.

The main electoral contest is expected between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), which includes Congress, DMDK, and other parties, with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), with BJP and Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) as allies, looking to unseat the ruling alliance.

- ANI

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Priya S
As a voter from Coimbatore, I have seen the Avinashi flyover project. It was a relief when it was completed. But we need more than just flyovers. What about jobs for our youth and better healthcare? Both parties need to answer that. 🤔
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Suresh O
Talking about MGR and Amma's legacy is fine, but what is the current vision? The alliance with BJP might work against them in some areas. Voters are looking for a stable government that works for all communities.
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Michael C
Observing from outside, the confidence seems high. But claiming 210 out of 234 is a massive majority. Is there reliable internal polling data backing this, or is this just pre-election rhetoric to energize the cadre?
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Ananya R
The comment on women's safety is a serious allegation. If true, it's a major failure. But such claims need to be backed by data, not just used as an election talking point. I hope the focus remains on concrete policies for security and empowerment.
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Karthik V
"Even garbage is being taxed" – this line will resonate with middle-class families feeling the pinch. Inflation and taxes are real issues. The voter's reply on April 23rd will be very telling. The party that addresses the cost of living may win.

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