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IJK Chief Ravi Pachamuthu Questions Vijay's Party Guts Against DMK, AIADMK, NDA

IJK Party National President Ravi Pachamuthu has reaffirmed his party's continued alliance with the NDA, a partnership lasting 14-15 years since Narendra Modi became Prime Minister. He questioned whether the cadres of actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) have the political strength to face established parties like the DMK, AIADMK, or the NDA alliance in the upcoming elections. Pachamuthu drew a clear distinction between having film fans and having a dedicated political cadre capable of facing electoral battles. He also clarified his stance on welfare, stating he is not against freebies but believes people should become self-reliant.

Key Points: IJK Chief Questions TVK Cadre's Guts Against Established Parties

  • IJK reaffirms long-standing NDA alliance
  • Questions TVK cadre's electoral readiness
  • Distinguishes between film fans and political cadres
  • Criticizes freebie culture, advocates self-reliance
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IJK Party chief Ravi Pachamuthu reaffirms NDA alliance, questions if Vijay's cadres have guts to face DMK, AIADMK or NDA

IJK Party's Ravi Pachamuthu reaffirms NDA alliance, questions if Vijay's TVK cadres can face DMK, AIADMK, or NDA in Tamil Nadu polls.

"Vijay has a lot of fans... fans and political people are different. You should have the guts to face a problem. - Ravi Pachamuthu"

Chennai, February 25

National President of IJK Party and Chairman of SRM Groups, Ravi Pachamuthu, on Wednesday questioned whether actor- turned- politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Party cadres have the guts to face the established parties like DMK, ADMK or NDA alliance in the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections.

Speaking to ANI, Pachamuthu reaffirmed the party's continued alliance with NDA and said preparations for the elections have already begun.

"We are with NDA for the last 14-15 years. Right from the initial stage, when Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister of India. We will continue to be with them... We have started the preparations (for the election)," said Pachamuthu, National President of IJK Party.

On the issue of freebies, the IJK party president clarified that while he is not against welfare schemes, people should grow on their own, where they can buy their things easily and be self-reliant.

"We are not against freebies... You should grow to a level where you can buy your (own things). Nothing is free," added Pachamuthu.

Addressing actor Vijay's entry into politics, Pachamuthu drew a distinction between having fans and having a political cadre capable of facing electoral battles.

"Vijay has a lot of fans... Being 15 years in politics, I personally feel that fans and political people are different. You should have the guts to face a problem," said Pachamuthu.

Pachamuthu further questioned the capability of Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Party, whether their cadres have the guts to face the DMK, ADMK or NDA alliance

"I don't know whether his party cadres will have the guts to face the DMK, ADMK or NDA alliance," Pachamuthu added.

The comments come days after Vijay addressed a TVK rally in Vellore, where he positioned the upcoming Tamil Nadu election as a direct contest between his party and the ruling party, declaring it as a battle between him and Chief Minister MK Stalin. He also accused the Dravida Munnetra Kazagham (DMK)-led Tamil Nadu government of running a "fake model" administration and mocking them as "stand-up comedy government."

- ANI

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Priya S
Finally someone said it! Being against freebies doesn't mean being against welfare. We need policies that make people self-reliant, not permanently dependent. 👏 Good to see a focus on empowerment over populism.
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Arjun K
This sounds like an established politician feeling threatened by a popular newcomer. Why so much fear, sir? If your work is good, people will vote for you. Let the people of Tamil Nadu decide who has "guts".
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Sarah B
Interesting dynamic. In many democracies, outsider candidates disrupt old systems. Vijay's entry might force DMK and AIADMK to up their game, which is good for voters. Competition is healthy.
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Karthik V
Thambi Vijay has called the current government "stand-up comedy". The people are tired of the same old promises. A new party with fresh faces might be exactly what TN needs. Fan power can translate to votes, wait and watch!
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Michael C
Respectfully, Mr. Pachamuthu's comments come across as dismissive. Every major party, including the ones he mentioned, started somewhere. Questioning a party's "guts" before they've even contested seems premature. Let's have a debate on policies instead.

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