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Udhayanidhi: OPS Joined DMK to Teach Palaniswami a "Fitting Lesson"

Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin campaigned for DMK candidate and former CM O. Panneerselvam in Bodinayakanur. He stated that Panneerselvam joined the DMK alliance specifically to teach a lesson to AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami. Udhayanidhi urged voters to ensure a massive victory for Panneerselvam to counter both the AIADMK and the BJP-led central government. The Bodinayakanur constituency is poised for a tight triangular contest in the upcoming assembly elections.

Key Points: OPS Joined DMK to Teach Palaniswami Lesson: Udhayanidhi

  • OPS contesting as DMK candidate
  • High-stakes triangular fight in Bodinayakanur
  • DMK aims to counter AIADMK and BJP
  • Udhayanidhi campaigns for OPS
  • OPS won seat in 2021 for AIADMK
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"OPS joined DMK to teach Palaniswami fitting lesson": Udhayanidhi Stalin

DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin claims O. Panneerselvam allied with DMK to deliver a political lesson to AIADMK's Edappadi Palaniswami in Tamil Nadu polls.

"Panneerselvam is contesting... to teach Edappadi K. Palaniswami a proper lesson in this election. - Udhayanidhi Stalin"

Theni, April 16

In view of the upcoming Legislative Assembly general elections, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin intensified the election campaign in Bodinayakanur, asserting that former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam's entry into the DMK-led alliance would result in a significant setback for the AIADMK leadership.

Leaders of all political parties are actively engaged in vote-gathering campaigns across the state. As part of this, Udhayanidhi Stalin campaigned at Palani Chettipatti, which falls under the Bodinayakanur Assembly constituency in Theni district, in support of former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam, who is contesting as the DMK candidate from Bodinayakanur.

While speaking at the event, he highlighted the various schemes implemented by O. Panneerselvam during his tenure as MLA of the Bodinayakanur constituency. He also explained the welfare schemes and development plans that would be implemented for the public if the DMK government is re-elected.

Stalin said, "O. Panneerselvam does not need any introduction, as he is well known not only across Tamil Nadu but throughout India."

He added that "Panneerselvam is contesting from this constituency after aligning with the DMK in order to teach Edappadi K. Palaniswami a proper lesson in this election."

He urged the people to ensure that Panneerselvam wins the election with the highest vote margin in Tamil Nadu. He also stated that only if the DMK returns to power can they counter both Edappadi Palaniswami and the central government led by Bharatiya Janata Party, which he accused of showing bias in allocating funds to Tamil Nadu.

He concluded by saying that "once O. Panneerselvam is elected again as MLA from Bodinayakanur, he will effectively fulfil the basic needs of the people in the region and deliver all welfare schemes efficiently."

Meanwhile, Bodinayakanur is a key Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu's Theni district, which is set for a closely contested triangular fight, with DMK's O Panneerselvam facing AIADMK's VT Narayanasamy and TVK's S Prakash in a high-stakes battle.

In the 2021 Assembly elections, O Panneerselvam of the AIADMK won the Bodinayakanur seat with 1,00,050 votes, securing 46.9 per cent of the total vote share. He defeated Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) candidate Thangatamilselvan, who polled 89,029 votes (41.7 per cent), by a margin of 11,021 votes (5.2 per cent).

In the 2016 Assembly elections, O Panneerselvam won the seat with 99,531 votes, securing 49.9 per cent of the total vote share. He defeated DMK candidate S Lakshmanan, who polled 83,923 votes (42.0 per cent), by a margin of 15,608 votes (7.9 per cent).

- ANI

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Priya S
Udhayanidhi's statement about "teaching a lesson" sounds more like personal rivalry than a vision for the state. As a voter, I'm more interested in hearing about concrete plans for employment and infrastructure, not just political one-upmanship.
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Suresh O
OPS is a seasoned leader from that area. If he has a good track record as MLA, people might vote for him again. But switching parties just before elections always makes you wonder about the real motives. Development should be the priority, not revenge politics.
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Ananya R
The mention of bias in central funds is a serious issue. Many states feel this way. But is aligning with a rival just to settle scores the best way to address it? The triangular fight will be very interesting to watch! 🗳️
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David E
Following Tamil Nadu politics from outside India is fascinating. The level of strategy and high-stakes rhetoric is intense. OPS's move seems calculated to split the AIADMK vote. A classic political manoeuvre.
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Kavya N
Ultimately, the people of Bodinayakanur will decide. They have seen his work for years. If he delivers on welfare schemes as promised, the party label might matter less to them. Hope the focus stays on their needs.

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