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DMDK Confident of 200 Seats in Tamil Nadu Polls, Citing Vijayakanth Legacy

DMDK general secretary Premalatha Vijayakanth expressed strong confidence that the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance will secure 200 seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections. She attributed this potential victory to the enduring legacy and influence of her late husband, actor-politician Vijayakanth, and former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. The election, scheduled for April 23, is shaping up as a contest primarily between the SPA and the AIADMK-led NDA, with actor Vijay's TVK attempting a three-way fight. A recent survey projects the DMK+ alliance winning 181-189 seats, while the AIADMK+ alliance is forecast to get 38-42 seats.

Key Points: DMDK Predicts 200 Seats for Secular Alliance in TN Polls

  • Premalatha cites Vijayakanth & Karunanidhi legacy
  • Alliance formed on principles, not convenience
  • Criticism among partners is normal
  • Polls on April 23, counting May 4
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DMDK general secretary confident of secular progressive alliance's victory in Tamil Nadu assembly polls

DMDK's Premalatha Vijayakanth predicts the secular progressive alliance will win 200 seats in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, citing public support.

"the secular progressive alliance will win 200 constituencies - Premalatha Vijayakanth"

Cuddalore, April 6

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam general secretary Premalatha Vijayakanth on Monday expressed confidence that the secular progressive alliance will win 200 constituencies in the upcoming assembly elections, attributing it to the legacy and influence of Vijayakanth and M Karunanidhi.

She stated that the public's growing support wherever she campaigns ensures their victory. Premalatha added that those aligned with DMDK understand the alliance's ideology, unlike members of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK).

Emphasising that alliances are formed based on principles, she assured that she would work for the development of the Virudhachalam assembly constituency.

She also noted that political criticism among alliance partners, including within DMK and the National Democratic Alliance, is a normal part of politics.

The upcoming polls in Tamil Nadu will be held in a single phase on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4. The election would cover a total of 234 constituencies.

The main electoral contest is expected between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), which also includes Congress, DMDK, and the VCK, and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by AIADMK with the BJP and Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) as allies.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to make his electoral debut with TVK, attempting to turn the upcoming elections into a three-way contest.

Earlier, a survey by Lok Poll projected a strong performance for the DMK-led alliance in the upcoming elections. According to the findings, the DMK+ alliance is expected to secure between 181 and 189 seats with a 40.1 per cent vote share in the 234-member Assembly.

The survey further indicated that the AIADMK-led alliance may win 38 to 42 seats with around 29 per cent vote share, while other players such as TVK could secure 8 to 10 seats with 23.9 per cent support. Smaller parties, including NTK and others, are projected to have minimal impact.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see a strong secular alliance taking shape. In today's climate, it's crucial to have a united front that represents all communities. Hope they focus on development promises and not just political rhetoric. 🤞
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Karthik V
The entry of Vijay with TVK is the real X-factor. It could split the anti-incumbency vote and make things unpredictable. Calling it a three-way contest is accurate. Tamil Nadu politics is never dull!
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Sarah B
Interesting to follow from abroad. The survey numbers are quite decisive if accurate. The comment about internal criticism being normal is a mature take – shows the alliance is confident enough to handle debate.
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Meera T
Premalatha Amma speaking about Vijayakanth Anna's legacy brings back memories. He was a true people's leader. If the alliance can channel that spirit and work for development as promised, they have a good chance. But they must deliver on the ground.
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Aman W
Respectfully, I think the claim of 200 seats is just election *jumla*. Every party says this. Let's wait for April 23rd. The people of Tamil Nadu are wise and will vote for stability and progress, not just alliances.

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