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Congress Urges Early Seat-Sharing Talks as Tamil Nadu Poll Alliances Heat Up

With Tamil Nadu Assembly elections expected in April, the Congress party is pushing the DMK leadership to begin formal seat-sharing discussions at the earliest. The party had constituted a special committee for negotiations months ago to secure a stronger presence and avoid last-minute confusion. Congress leaders argue that early clarity will help with ground-level preparation and mobilisation, while delays could weaken momentum against rival alliances. Political observers note that clear seat allocation and unified campaigning are often decisive in Tamil Nadu's coalition-driven politics.

Key Points: Congress Pushes for Early TN Seat-Sharing, Alliance Talks Intensify

  • Congress forms special committee for negotiations
  • Aims to avoid last-minute confusion in DMK alliance
  • Proposes public show of unity for Secular Progressive Alliance
  • Early coordination seen as critical to prevent vote splits
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Congress pushes for early seat sharing talks as TN poll alliances gather momentum

Congress urges DMK for early seat-sharing talks as Tamil Nadu assembly polls near. Alliance coordination seen as key to electoral success in high-stakes battle.

"early clarity on Assembly constituencies will help cadres prepare better on the ground - Congress sources"

Chennai, Feb 10

With the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections expected to be held in April this year, political activity across the state has intensified, with political parties accelerating alliance-building and seat-sharing negotiations.

The focus has now shifted from preliminary discussions to concrete strategies, as major players begin laying the groundwork for what is likely to be a high-stakes electoral battle.

Within the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)-led alliance, the Congress has taken an early and organised approach to the upcoming polls.

Nearly two-and-a-half months ago, the party constituted a special committee dedicated exclusively to handling seat-sharing negotiations and coordinating with alliance partners.

The move reflects Congress' intention to avoid last-minute confusion and to secure a stronger presence in the coalition's electoral plan.

Senior Congress leaders have urged the DMK leadership to begin formal seat-sharing discussions at the earliest.

According to party sources, early clarity on Assembly constituencies will help cadres prepare better on the ground, mobilise workers efficiently, and strengthen campaign outreach.

Delays, they said, could affect booth-level planning and weaken momentum at a time when rival alliances are already stepping up preparations.

The Congress has also proposed that leaders of the Secular Progressive Alliance -- the coalition led by the DMK -- should meet collectively and publicly demonstrate unity.

Party leaders say such a show of solidarity would send a strong message to voters and energise grassroots workers.

They point to the recent gathering of leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Madurai as an example of how visible coordination can boost confidence among supporters and shape the political narrative.

Political observers say that early alliance coordination could play a decisive role in Tamil Nadu, where coalition arithmetic often determines electoral success.

Clear seat allocation, joint campaigning, and unified messaging are considered critical in preventing vote splits and consolidating support across regions.

As April approaches, the coming weeks are expected to witness intensified negotiations, strategy meetings, and public rallies.

With both the ruling alliance and the Opposition mobilising aggressively, Tamil Nadu's political landscape is entering a crucial phase.

For the Congress, beginning seat-sharing talks early is not just a matter of strategy -- it is a signal of readiness to play a decisive role in the battle for power.

- IANS

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Priya S
As a Tamilian, I appreciate the focus on early planning. Our state's politics is complex. Voters are watching. The alliance needs to show genuine unity, not just for cameras. Hope they allocate seats fairly to strong local candidates, not just based on Delhi's wishes.
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Michael C
Interesting to see the coalition dynamics. From an outside perspective, Congress seems to be learning from past mistakes. Proactive coordination is key in any major election. The reference to the NDA meeting shows they're paying attention to the opposition's playbook.
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Shreya B
Good strategy, but will they walk the talk? Congress needs to be realistic about how many seats they can demand. They can't afford to be a weak partner. The grassroots workers need clarity ASAP to start door-to-door campaigns. 🗳️
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I think this is putting the cart before the horse. All this talk of seats and alliances, but what about the actual issues facing Tamil Nadu? Unemployment, water crisis, infrastructure? I wish the article and the parties focused half as much on their manifestos as they do on seat-sharing.
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Anjali F
The DMK-Congress alliance has a strong history in TN. Early talks prevent internal friction. Hope they finalize it soon so we can see clear candidates in our constituency. The booth-level planning point is very valid.

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