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Stalin Campaigns in Tiruvannamalai, Slams AIADMK-BJP Alliance as Polls Near

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin campaigned in Tiruvannamalai, paying floral tributes to the statue of late DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi. He intensified his criticism of the AIADMK and its alliance with the BJP, accusing the party of becoming an extension of the Sangh. Stalin also questioned AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami's governance record and alleged the BJP failed to implement major projects in the state. The election is shaping up as a contest between the DMK-led alliance and the AIADMK-BJP coalition, with actor Vijay's party adding a third dimension.

Key Points: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin's Campaign, AIADMK-BJP Alliance Criticism

  • Stalin pays tribute to Karunanidhi's statue
  • Criticizes AIADMK-BJP alliance as "Amit Shah Munnetra Kazhagam"
  • Questions Palaniswami's achievements
  • Alleges BJP failed to deliver major projects for Tamil Nadu
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Tamil Nadu CM Stalin holds election campaign in Tiruvannamalai, pays tribute to Karunanidhi's statue

CM MK Stalin campaigns in Tiruvannamalai, pays tribute to Karunanidhi, and criticizes the AIADMK-BJP alliance ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

"the AIADMK has now become a Sangh organisation and has become 'Amit Shah Munnetra Kazhagam'. - MK Stalin"

Tiruvannamalai, April 8

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK chief MK Stalin on Wednesday held an election campaign in Tiruvannamalai, as the state gears up for the upcoming Assembly elections.

During the campaign, the Chief Minister paid floral tributes to the statue of the late former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK patriarch, M Karunanidhi.

Stalin's campaign trail in Tiruvannamalai comes as he intensifies poll outreach across the state ahead of the April 23 single-phase Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.

Earlier on Tuesday, while addressing an election rally at Cuddalore Manjakuppam ground, Stalin criticised the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) and its general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami. CM Stalin stated that Palaniswami said he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to cover up his mistakes and that "the AIADMK has now become a Sangh organisation and has become 'Amit Shah Munnetra Kazhagam'."

He also questioned whether Palaniswami had listed his achievements even once.

CM Stalin alleged that the BJP had not implemented any major project for Tamil Nadu and that the flyover built near Chidambaram was damaged due to poor quality.

He said that the DMK had corrected the damage done during the 10 years of the AIADMK rule and that the state's growth rate had increased from 0.07 per cent to 11.19 per cent. He said that Tamil Nadu is now known worldwide as a "superstar state".

Meanwhile, Palaniswami, referring to a viral audio clip, claimed that Stalin had kept his father, former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, under "house arrest" in his last days.

Responding to these allegations, Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) founder and General Secretary Vaiko lashed out at Palaniswami over his remarks.

Speaking to ANI, Vaiko termed the statement "irresponsible" and "baseless" and said that such rhetoric does not suit the stature of a former Chief Minister. "Edappadi K. Palaniswami has gone beyond his limits. He is speaking irresponsibly. This is a baseless statement," Vaiko said.

Meanwhile, the main contest in the election 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.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The "Amit Shah Munnetra Kazhagam" jibe is hilarious but also shows how national politics is influencing state parties. AIADMK's alliance with BJP seems to be their biggest weakness in TN this time. Interesting times!
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Suresh O
The house arrest allegation against Stalin is a very low blow, even for TN politics. Vaiko is right to call it irresponsible. We should debate policies, not make such painful personal accusations about a leader's final days. 👎
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Anjali F
The growth rate numbers are impressive if true (0.07% to 11.19%). But I'd like to see more independent verification. All parties claim credit for development. As a voter, I'm more concerned about jobs and water scarcity in my district.
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David E
Watching from abroad, TN politics is always dramatic! The entry of Vijay's party could really split the vote. It might help DMK by dividing the anti-incumbency vote. A classic third-front scenario playing out.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while the "superstar state" tagline is good for morale, we have real infrastructure issues. If that Chidambaram flyover story is true about poor quality, that's worrying. All parties must prioritize quality in public works, not just announcements.

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