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DMK's RS Bharathi Dismisses AIADMK's "Dream" of Forming Tamil Nadu Govt

DMK Organising Secretary RS Bharathi has expressed strong confidence in his alliance's performance, predicting it could win over 200 seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly polls. He dismissed AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami's appeal to oust the MK Stalin government, stating that opposition rhetoric only benefits the ruling party. Palaniswami, meanwhile, launched a sharp critique of the DMK government, citing worsened law and order, women's safety issues, and rampant ganja sales. The election is shaping up as a contest between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance and the AIADMK-led NDA, with polling on April 23.

Key Points: DMK Confident of 200+ Seats as AIADMK Attacks Stalin Govt

  • DMK predicts 200+ seat victory
  • EPS attacks law & order, ganja sales
  • AIADMK vows to eradicate ganja
  • Election set for April 23, counting May 4
  • Contest between DMK-led SPA and AIADMK-led NDA
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"Opposition statements only helping us": DMK's RS Bharathi on EPS' remarks against Stalin govt

DMK's RS Bharathi says opposition statements help ruling party, predicts alliance victory. AIADMK's EPS vows to eradicate ganja, criticizes "family" government.

"Day by day, support for the DMK alliance is growing. Reports suggest it may cross 200 seats. - RS Bharathi"

Chennai, April 9

DMK Organising Secretary RS Bharathi on Thursday dismissed AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami's appeal to "throw out" the MK Stalin government, asserting that support for the DMK-led alliance is growing steadily and could emerge victorious on 200 seats in the upcoming assembly polls.

He added that the opposition's statements are inadvertently helping the ruling party and dismissed claims that AIADMK will form the government as a mere dream.

"Day by day, support for the DMK alliance is growing. Reports suggest it may cross 200 seats, possibly reaching 220. Out of frustration, opposing leaders are making statements that, in fact, help us - a blessing in disguise. As for the BJP president's claim that AIADMK will form the government and Edappadi K Palaniswami will become Chief Minister, that is only their dream," Bharathi told ANI.

His remarks come after Palaniswami, addressing a rally in Chennai's Velachery on Wednesday, launched a sharp attack on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, highlighting the need for the DMK government to be "thrown out" of power in the upcoming elections.

Palaniswami stressed the worsened law and order situation within the state and highlighted the state government's 'inaction' to maintain women's safety in Chennai and across Tamil Nadu. He further pointed out that the ganja sales won't stop in the state until MK Stalin remains in power, while vowing to eradicate the issue after returning to power.

He further described the DMK government as ' family-oriented', while highlighting that the previous AIADMK governments worked for the poor and underprivileged.

"People should think carefully and vote for our AIADMK-led NDA alliance. As long as this DMK government is in power, ganja sales cannot be stopped. Once AIADMK comes to power, we will ensure that ganja is eradicated in Tamil Nadu. This is a family-run government. Only four people from Stalin's family are running the government. AIADMK is a party formed for the poor and the underprivileged. Our leaders, MGR and Jayalalithaa, provided good governance. To bring back good governance in Tamil Nadu, I appeal to all of you to vote for our AIADMK candidate Ashok and choose the 'Two Leaves' symbol in Velachery," said Palaniswami.

The main contest is expected between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA), which includes the Indian National Congress, DMDK and VCK, and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by AIADMK with BJP and PMK as allies. Actor-turned-politician Vijay is also set to make his electoral debut with TVK, which could turn the contest into a three-way fight.

The polling for single-phase Tamil Nadu assembly elections is scheduled to be held on April 23, with counting of votes set for May 4.

- ANI

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Priya S
The ganja issue is serious and needs immediate attention, whoever is in power. EPS is right to highlight it, but the solution needs to be more than just promises. We need a proper action plan from all parties. 🙏
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Rohit P
Bharathi's confidence about 200+ seats seems over the top. DMK has done some good work, but there are genuine concerns about law & order. Voters are smart and will judge on performance, not just rhetoric.
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Ananya R
It's funny how every opposition says the same thing - "throw out the government". And every ruling party says "opposition is helping us". The real debate should be on policies for Tamil Nadu's development. Wishing for a clean, issue-based election!
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David E
Watching from outside India, the dynamics are fascinating. The entry of a popular actor's party could really disrupt the traditional two-party system. Tamil Nadu politics never disappoints for drama!
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Kavya N
Women's safety is a major concern in Chennai. I hope all parties present a clear roadmap to address this, not just use it as an election talking point. We need more police patrolling and faster response systems.

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