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TTV Dhinakaran Rejoins NDA, Amit Shah Vows Stronger Alliance in Tamil Nadu

Union Minister Amit Shah has welcomed AMMK General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran back into the NDA fold, strengthening the alliance ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections. Shah criticized the ruling DMK as "corrupt and dynastic," asserting that the NDA under PM Modi will bring development. Dhinakaran stated his party rejoined to work towards restoring the legacy of former CM J Jayalalithaa, setting aside past differences. The move, alongside the debut of actor Vijay's party, creates a triangular contest against the DMK-Congress alliance.

Key Points: TTV Dhinakaran Returns to NDA, Amit Shah Welcomes AMMK

  • AMMK rejoins BJP-led NDA
  • Alliance targets DMK government
  • Focus on state development and prosperity
  • Sets stage for triangular election contest
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"Stronger NDA for prosperous Tamil Nadu": Amit Shah welcomes TTV Dhinakaran back into alliance

Amit Shah welcomes TTV Dhinakaran's AMMK back into NDA, targeting DMK's "corrupt, dynastic" rule ahead of Tamil Nadu elections.

"Stronger NDA for a prosperous Tamil Nadu. - Amit Shah"

New Delhi, January 21

Union Minister Amit Shah welcomed Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran back into the NDA in Tamil Nadu, claiming a 'stronger alliance' in the state.

About four months after Dhinakaran quit the NDA, the AMMK leader rejoined the alliance earlier today and met Union Minister Piyush Goyal, who is also the BJP's Tamil Nadu election in-charge.

In an X post, Amit Shah slammed the DMK, alleging a "corrupt and dynastic" government in Tamil Nadu.

"Stronger NDA for a prosperous Tamil Nadu. I welcome Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam (AMMK), led by TTV Dhinakaran Ji, on becoming part of the NDA. People of Tamil Nadu are fed up with the corrupt and dynastic rule of the DMK and ready to bless the PM Narendra Modi Ji-led NDA to take Tamil Nadu to newer heights of development and prosperity," the X post read.

Earlier today, speaking at a press conference in Chennai, the AMMK leader said his party was happy to rejoin the alliance, asserting that its primary aim is to bring back the government of 'Amma', former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa. "For AMMK and Tamil Nadu's welfare, we have forgotten about all betrayal," Dhinakaran said, adding that past differences had been set aside in the larger interest of the state.

Goyal welcomed him back into the NDA, stating that the alliance would work collectively to defeat the DMK government in the upcoming Assembly elections.

Addressing the press conference in Chennai, Goyal said, "I am honoured and delighted that my good friend and senior leader TTV Dhinakaran has decided to come back to the NDA family."

"In the NDA, AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami, Anbumani Ramadoss, and other colleagues are all committed to removing this corrupt and incompetent DMK government, which is attacking the people of TN and Tamil pride. We will all work together and defeat the anti-Bharat DMK alliance. NDA alliance will provide good leadership, good governance and social justice for sisters and fathers of Tamil Nadu and good opportunities for the youth of Tamil Nadu. We will ensure that the Tamil language and culture go all over the world," he said.

Meanwhile, Congress MP Manickam Tagore called TTV Dhinakaran's move a "surrender," alleging "intimidation" by the alliance.

The BJP-AIADMK-led alliance is looking forward to winning the upcoming elections against the DMK-Congress alliance, while debutant Vijay, who launched Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has turned it into a triangular contest.

- ANI

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Priya S
If this makes the NDA stronger and can finally remove the DMK government, then it's a welcome move. We need stable governance and development in TN, not corruption and family rule. Hoping for a positive change! 🙏
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Karthik V
As a Tamilian, I'm confused. First AIADMK splits, now AMMK joins back... all these parties claim to be the true heirs of Amma. Meanwhile, the state's issues remain unaddressed. Where is the focus on water, jobs, and infrastructure?
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Sarah B
Interesting development. Consolidation of opposition forces is usually healthy for democracy. It will be a tough fight against the incumbent DMK. The entry of Vijay's party makes it even more unpredictable. Tamil Nadu politics is never dull!
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Manish T
"Forgotten all betrayal" for the "larger interest of the state"? The larger interest seems to be their own political survival. The Congress MP is right, this looks like a surrender after realizing they can't fight alone. Voters are not fools.
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Ananya R
Ultimately, we need a government that works. If this alliance can provide a clear alternative with a vision for Tamil Nadu's youth and culture, as Goyal said, then it deserves a chance. But the promises must be real, not just election rhetoric.

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