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DMK to contest 165 seats, finalises 26-party alliance for Tamil Nadu polls

The DMK has finalised its seat-sharing arrangement within the 26-party Secular Progressive Alliance for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, with the party itself set to contest at least 165 seats. The Congress has been allotted 28 seats, making it the largest ally in the alliance, while other partners like the VCK and communist parties have also received allocations. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced that candidates from the DMK and its allies will collectively contest 175 seats under the party's 'Rising Sun' symbol, emphasising alliance unity. Stalin credited the alliance for supporting the 'Dravidian model' of governance and urged workers to support all alliance candidates to secure victory.

Key Points: DMK Seat Share: 165 Seats, Alliance Finalised for TN Polls

  • DMK to contest 165 seats
  • Congress allotted 28 seats as largest ally
  • 26-party Secular Progressive Alliance finalised
  • Stalin highlights 'Dravidian model' governance
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DMK to contest 165 seats, alliance finalised; Stalin calls for unity ahead of TN polls

DMK finalises seat-sharing with 26 allies for Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Congress gets 28 seats. CM Stalin calls for unity.

"All 234 Assembly constituencies are ours. - M.K. Stalin"

Chennai, March 25

The DMK is set to contest at least 165 seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, as the party finalised its seat-sharing arrangement within the Secular Progressive Alliance, comprising 26 political parties.

With 66 seats already allotted to allies, the alliance has entered its final phase of consolidation ahead of the state polls.

Under the seat-sharing agreement, the Congress has been allotted 28 seats, making it the largest ally in the DMK-led front.

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) has secured eight seats, while the Communist Party of India (CPI) and the Communist Party of India-Marxist have been given five seats each.

The Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) has been allocated four seats, while the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) and the Humanist People's Party have been allotted two seats each.

In a significant strategic move, Chief Minister and DMK President M.K. Stalin announced that candidates from both the DMK and its allies would collectively contest in 175 Assembly constituencies under the party's 'Rising Sun' symbol, highlighting the unity and cohesion within the alliance.

In a detailed letter addressed to DMK cadres, Chief Minister Stalin said the seat-sharing process was carried out through extensive consultations with alliance partners, ensuring a democratic and balanced seat distribution.

He added that the inclusion of new political parties in the alliance required careful consideration to maintain fairness while maximising electoral prospects.

Chief Minister Stalin also underscored the achievements of the DMK government over the past five years, saying that the "Dravidian model" of governance had restored growth and stability in Tamil Nadu after what he described as a decade of setbacks under the previous AIADMK government.

He credited alliance partners for their support in advancing policies rooted in secularism, social justice, state rights, and equality.

The DMK leader highlighted the scale of internal participation in candidate selection, noting that more than 16,500 aspirants took part in interviews conducted between March 17 and 23.

He described the process as a reflection of the party's grassroots strength and internal democracy.

Calling for unity, Chief Minister Stalin urged DMK workers to support all alliance candidates irrespective of party lines.

"All 234 Assembly constituencies are ours," he said, emphasising the need for coordinated efforts to secure victory in the upcoming state polls.

With seat-sharing largely completed, the DMK-led alliance is now shifting focus to campaign mobilisation, projecting a united front as it prepares for a high-stakes electoral battle.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
While the unity is impressive, I hope this doesn't mean compromising on principles just for votes. Allocating seats to 26 parties is a huge task. Hope the candidates selected are capable and not just party loyalists. The 'Dravidian model' needs to deliver more on the ground for the common people.
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Rahul R
As someone from North India, it's fascinating to see Tamil Nadu's political landscape. The DMK's alliance management seems very strategic. 16,500 aspirants for interviews! That's massive internal democracy. Wishing TN a peaceful and decisive election. 🇮🇳
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Kavitha C
The inclusion of parties like VCK and IUML shows a commitment to social justice. This is the strength of the Secular Progressive Alliance. Stalin's letter to cadres is a good move for morale. Now the real test is the campaign. "All 234 seats are ours" – bold statement! Let's see.
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Andrew M
Interesting read. The scale of coordination between 26 parties is a logistical marvel. Hope the focus remains on development issues and not just symbolic politics. The claim of restoring growth after a "decade of setbacks" needs scrutiny from neutral economists.
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Varun X
Finalising seats is one thing, making workers support candidates from other parties is another challenge altogether. Stalin's unity call is necessary but difficult to implement on the ground. The opposition will try to exploit any cracks. DMK's grassroots strength will be tested now.

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