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PM Modi to Launch NDA's Tamil Nadu Campaign at Madurantakam Rally

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will formally launch the National Democratic Alliance's campaign for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections with a major public rally in Madurantakam on January 23. BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran announced the event, stating it aims to challenge the ruling DMK government. While not naming specific alliance partners, Nagenthran hinted at a unified show of strength with all leaders present on stage. He also defended the AIADMK's manifesto and clarified that the proposed Hosur International Airport project has not been rejected by the Defence Ministry.

Key Points: PM Modi to Kickstart NDA's Tamil Nadu Poll Campaign Jan 23

  • Modi to address key rally Jan 23
  • Alliance partners to share stage
  • BJP defends AIADMK manifesto
  • Dismisses airport project rejection claims
  • NDA aims to challenge DMK rule
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PM Modi to kick start NDA's campaign for TN Assembly polls at Madurantakam on Jan 23

PM Narendra Modi will launch the NDA's Tamil Nadu Assembly election campaign with a major rally in Madurantakam on January 23, signaling an aggressive challenge.

"On January 23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the NDA campaign in Madurantakam. - Nainar Nagenthran"

Chennai, Jan 18

With the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections drawing closer, the National Democratic Alliance is set to formally launch its campaign with a high-profile rally addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Madurantakam on January 23.

The announcement was made on Sunday by Nainar Nagenthran, BJP state president and legislative party leader, signalling the alliance's intent to mount an aggressive challenge to the ruling DMK.

Speaking to reporters, Nagenthran said the Prime Minister would address a massive public gathering in the afternoon, marking the beginning of the NDA's electoral battle in the State.

"On January 23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the NDA campaign in Madurantakam. He will participate in the meeting to send home the anti-people DMK government currently ruling Tamil Nadu," he said.

On persistent questions regarding the final list of NDA alliance partners, particularly the possible inclusion of T. T. V. Dhinakaran's AMMK, former Chief Minister O Panneerselvam, and the DMDK, Nagenthran declined to name specific parties or leaders.

However, he hinted at a visible show of unity at the Madurantakam rally.

"You can see that on the stage on January 23," he said, adding that "all leaders will find a place on the stage" during the Prime Minister's visit.

Nagenthran also responded to the ongoing exchange between the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) over allegations of "copied" election promises.

Defending the AIADMK's manifesto proposals, he pointed out that party leader Edappadi K Palaniswami had promised Rs 1,500 as monthly assistance for women in the previous election, which has now been enhanced to Rs 2,000.

"It cannot be called a copy simply because a similar scheme exists," he said, adding that "a massive change is going to happen in the minds of the people".

Addressing reports that the Union Ministry of Defence had rejected the proposed Hosur International Airport project, Nagenthran dismissed the claims.

"Permission has not been denied. Certain clarifications have been sought, and it would be wrong to term it a rejection," he clarified.

The January 23 rally is expected to be a crucial moment for the NDA as it seeks to project itself as the principal alternative to the Dravidian parties ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
As a Tamilian, I'm watching this closely. The alliance partners matter more than the PM's visit. If AMMK and others join, it could be interesting. But the BJP still has to understand local issues better. The airport project clarification is needed.
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Suresh O
All this hype for an election two years away? Seems like an early attempt to grab headlines. The real test is on the ground, not in one rally. DMK and AIADMK have deep roots. It will be a tough fight.
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Anjali F
The promise of Rs 2000 for women is welcome, but we've heard many promises before. Implementation is key. I hope whichever party comes to power actually delivers on these schemes. The debate over 'copied' promises is just political noise.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I think the BJP state president should be more transparent about alliance talks. Keeping people guessing isn't helpful. A strong, clear alternative is what Tamil Nadu needs, not last-minute stage management. The focus should be on a concrete vision for the state's development.
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Michael C
Following Indian politics from abroad. The PM's campaigning style is certainly energetic. It will be fascinating to see if the national party can make significant inroads in a strong regional bastion like Tamil Nadu. The 2026 election is one to watch.

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