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MDMK's Durai Vaiko Submits 6 Key Proposals for DMK's 2026 Manifesto

MDMK MP Durai Vaiko met DMK leader Kanimozhi to submit six key proposals for inclusion in the party's 2026 election manifesto. The proposals focus on major infrastructure and development projects centered on the Tiruchirappalli region. Key demands include declaring Tiruchirappalli as Tamil Nadu's second capital and establishing a Metro Rail project there. The proposals aim to boost employment, education, and overall development in the state.

Key Points: Durai Vaiko Submits 6 Proposals to DMK for 2026 Manifesto

  • Separate TNSTC division in Tiruchirappalli
  • Declare Tiruchirappalli as second capital
  • Metro Rail project for Tiruchirappalli
  • Establish a 'University City'
  • Develop SIPCOT into global manufacturing hub
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MDMK's Durai Vaiko submits six key proposals to Kanimozhi for DMK 2026 manifesto

MDMK MP Durai Vaiko meets Kanimozhi with 6 key demands for Tamil Nadu's development, including a second capital and Metro Rail for Tiruchirappalli.

"These initiatives are essential for the overall development of Tamil Nadu, advancement of students, and generation of employment opportunities for youth. - Durai Vaiko"

Chennai, February 16

Durai Vaiko, Member of Parliament from Tiruchirappalli and Principal Secretary of the Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, on Monday met Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, Deputy General Secretary of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and Chairperson of the party's 2026 Assembly Election Manifesto Committee, to submit key proposals for inclusion in the party's upcoming election manifesto.

During the meeting on Monday, Durai Vaiko handed over a memorandum outlining six major demands to foster development, create employment, and advance education in Tamil Nadu.

He said, "The memorandum includes the formation of a separate TNSTC transport division headquartered in Tiruchirappalli."

In addition, he also proposed the "Declaration of Tiruchirappalli as the second capital of Tamil Nadu."

Other key demands submitted include "Granting priority to the implementation of a Metro Rail project for Tiruchirappalli," and "Establishment of a 'University City' in Tiruchirappalli."

Further, Durai Vaiko also recommended "Development of the Trichy-Manapparai SIPCOT into a global electronics and manufacturing hub," and "Establishment of exclusive hostels in New Delhi for socially and economically disadvantaged students from Tamil Nadu pursuing higher education in premier institutions, including the University of Delhi, along with provision of free laptops."

He further added, "These initiatives are essential for the overall development of Tamil Nadu, advancement of students, and generation of employment opportunities for youth."

Durai Vaiko expressed gratitude to Kanimozhi MP for hearing the proposals. He said, "I am thankful to Kanimozhi MP for patiently listening to the proposals and assuring that they would be considered for inclusion in the DMK's 2026 Assembly Election Manifesto."

The proposals are expected to be reviewed by the DMK's manifesto committee as the party prepares its strategy for the 2026 Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, with a focus on infrastructure, education, and employment generation in key regions such as Tiruchirappalli.

- ANI

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Priya S
The idea of exclusive hostels in Delhi for our students is excellent. It's so tough for students from humble backgrounds to manage in the capital. This support can help many achieve their dreams. Hope DMK includes this.
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Rahul R
While development for Trichy is welcome, declaring it a second capital seems more like a political demand than a practical one. We need balanced development across all districts, not just creating new administrative hubs.
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Kavitha C
A global electronics hub in Trichy-Manapparai? This is the vision we need! Can bring so many jobs and put Tamil Nadu on the map for manufacturing. Hope they have a solid plan for skill development alongside it.
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David E
Interesting to see the alliance dynamics at play here. MDMK pushing for its constituency's demands ahead of the manifesto. The real test will be how many of these actually make it to the final document and get implemented.
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Anjali F
Free laptops for students again? That scheme has been around. What about improving the quality of school education first? The 'University City' concept is good, but we need to strengthen our existing colleges too.

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