HM Shah to lead BJP roadshows in Tamil Nadu today
New Delhi, April 19
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to lead a series of high-profile roadshows across Tamil Nadu on Sunday, spearheading the BJP's campaign in the crucial final phase of the Assembly elections.
Party sources earlier said that HM Shah would land in Coimbatore on Saturday night and stay there before launching his campaign engagements the next day. His visit comes as the BJP intensifies efforts to boost its presence across key constituencies ahead of polling on April 23.
On Sunday, Shah will begin his campaign with a roadshow in Modakurichi Assembly constituency in Erode district, where he will canvass support for BJP candidate Kirthika Shivkumar.
The western belt is considered strategically important for the party, and the leadership is focussing on direct voter outreach in the region.
Later in the day, Shah will travel to Chennai for another major roadshow in support of BJP nominee Tamilisai Soundararajan.
As part of his visit to the city, he is also expected to offer prayers at the Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore before the roadshow.
Senior BJP leaders said the twin roadshows are aimed at energising party cadres and strengthening last-mile mobilisation in both western and northern Tamil Nadu.
"The focus is on direct engagement with voters and consolidating support in the final stretch," a party functionary noted.
The visit is part of a broader push by the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), with top leaders stepping up their campaign in the State.
HM Shah is also expected to offer prayers at the Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore before his Chennai roadshow.
The Coimbatore City Police have implemented heavy security protocols and traffic diversions across the city to accommodate the high-profile visits.
With the campaign entering its closing phase, the BJP is relying on high-impact public outreach and the presence of senior leaders like Shah to maximise its electoral prospects in the State.
— IANS
Reader Comments
The traffic diversions in Coimbatore are a nightmare for locals. While political campaigning is important, the disruption to daily life is significant. Authorities should plan these visits better to minimise public inconvenience.
Offering prayers at Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a respectful gesture. Tamil Nadu politics has its own unique flavour and cultural context. Leaders must understand and respect that, beyond just roadshows.
Interesting to watch the campaign strategies. The focus on the western belt shows they've identified specific battlegrounds. Direct voter outreach in the final phase is crucial. All the best to all candidates!
As a Tamilian, I appreciate the effort, but we value development and local issues more than high-profile visits. Hope the discussion moves beyond symbolism to concrete plans for our state's growth.
Energising party cadres is one thing, but winning in TN is a different ball game altogether. The Dravidian parties have a strong hold. Let's see if this last-minute push makes any dent. 🗳️
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