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DMK Launches AI Portal to Crowdsource Ideas for 2026 Tamil Nadu Manifesto

The DMK has launched an AI-powered platform and multiple communication channels to crowdsource public suggestions for its 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election manifesto. The initiative, launched by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, is overseen by a 12-member committee headed by Kanimozhi Karunanidhi. The party claims to have fulfilled 80% of the 505 promises from its 2021 manifesto, attributing unfulfilled commitments to non-cooperation from the BJP-led central government and local challenges. This outreach is part of the party's preparation for what it terms a "Dravidian Model 2.0" government.

Key Points: DMK Uses AI to Crowdsource 2026 TN Election Manifesto

  • AI portal & hotlines for public input
  • 80% of 2021 promises fulfilled
  • 12-member committee led by Kanimozhi
  • "Dravidian Model 2.0" vision
  • Blames BJP for stalled promises
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DMK launches AI-powered platforms to crowdsource ideas for 2026 TN poll manifesto

DMK launches AI platform & hotlines for public to submit policy ideas for its 2026 manifesto, highlighting 80% fulfillment of 2021 promises.

"ensuring wide public participation in shaping the party's vision for the state - DMK Statement"

Chennai, Jan 3

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, on Saturday, unveiled a comprehensive, technology-driven public outreach initiative to gather suggestions and feedback for its election manifesto ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

The artificial intelligence-based platform, along with a dedicated mobile number, website, email ID and social media channels, was formally launched by DMK President and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin at Anna Arivalayam, as part of the party's manifesto preparation exercise.

According to a press statement issued by the DMK, the initiative is aimed at ensuring wide public participation in shaping the party's vision for the state.

Members of the public can submit their views and policy recommendations through multiple platforms, including a phone line (08069446900), WhatsApp (9384001724), email (dmkmanifesto2026@dmk.in), the party website (www.dmk.in/ta/manifesto2026), social media account (dmkmanifesto26), and the AI portal tnmanifesto.ai.

The statement said the DMK has constituted a 12-member election manifesto preparation committee under the leadership of party's Deputy General Secretary Kanimozhi Karunanidhi.

The committee will conduct extensive consultations with the general public, including farmers, business owners, youth, women and other sections of society, and will travel across districts to collect inputs for the manifesto.

Highlighting the party's governance record, the statement noted that the DMK had made 505 promises in its 2021 Assembly election manifesto, of which 404 -- nearly 80 per cent -- have been fulfilled so far.

Of these, 364 commitments have either been completed or are currently under implementation, while 40 announcements are under active consideration by the state government.

The remaining 101 promises could not be implemented for various reasons, the DMK said.

Thirty-seven commitments, including scrapping the NEET examination and declaring the Thirukkural a national scripture, were stalled due to non-cooperation from the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Union government.

Another 64 promises could not be taken forward owing to local protests, administrative challenges and prevailing circumstances.

The statement also pointed out that several major welfare schemes were rolled out by the Dravidian Model government despite not being part of the original manifesto.

These include the Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme, Illam Thedi Kalvi, Pudumai Pen, Naam Muthalvan, Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam, Kalaignar's Kanavu Illam and the "Ungaludan Stalin" initiative.

Saying that the party is now preparing for a "Dravidian Model 2.0" government, the DMK appealed to people across Tamil Nadu to actively participate in the manifesto-building process by sharing ideas for the state's future development.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
As a young professional in Chennai, I appreciate the effort to reach out digitally. But the real test is whether ideas from common people like us will actually shape policy or just get lost in committee meetings. The 'Ungaludan Stalin' initiative was good, hope this is more than that.
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Ramesh W
They talk about 80% promises fulfilled, but conveniently blame Delhi for 37 of them. Every state government does this. I'll believe it when I see better roads and less corruption in my district. Still, asking for public input is a step in the right direction 👍
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Indian politics embracing tech like this. The multi-channel approach (WhatsApp, phone, portal) is smart for a diverse state like Tamil Nadu. Hope they have a solid plan to handle the volume of responses and data privacy concerns.
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Arun Y
The Breakfast Scheme and Illam Thedi Kalvi have been beneficial in our village. If this manifesto process can bring more such grassroots schemes, it's welcome. But the committee must visit rural areas properly, not just cities. Our farmers have many issues.
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Nikhil C
While the initiative is good, the timing feels like an early election campaign tool. 2026 is still far away. Focus should be on completing current projects. Also, an AI portal is cool, but what about people without smartphones? The phone line is a necessary addition.

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