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Vijay's Roadshow Frenzy in Kanniyakumari as TN Polls Heat Up

TVK chief Vijay embarked on a campaign in Kanniyakumari, greeted by enthusiastic supporters chanting "Thalapathy" along his route from Chennai. The constituency features a key battle between AIADMK's Thalavai Sundaram, DMK's Mahesh R, and TVK's newcomer Madhavan S R. In a social media post, Vijay urged party workers to conduct door-to-door campaigning for the next ten days to secure a "grand change." Meanwhile, DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin launched a sharp attack, comparing Vijay's political foray to a temporary "festival attraction."

Key Points: Vijay Campaigns in Kanniyakumari, Udhayanidhi Stalin Calls Him "Festival Attraction"

  • Vijay campaigns amid massive crowd support
  • Kanniyakumari sees triangular contest
  • Udhayanidhi Stalin dismisses Vijay's political entry
  • Tamil Nadu polls scheduled for April 23
  • TVK makes its electoral debut
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Tamil Nadu polls: TVK's Vijay set to campaign in Kanniyakumari today

TVK chief Vijay campaigns in Kanniyakumari amid huge crowds. DMK's Udhayanidhi Stalin dismisses him as a "festival attraction" as April 23 polls near.

"step into the field and undertake the work - Vijay"

Chennai, April 12

Tamilaga Vettri Khagham chief Vijay on Sunday is set to campaign in Kanniyakumari.

Ahead of proceeding from his residence in Neelankarai, Chennai Vijay came out of his house and waved to the gathered party cadres.

The supporters, filled with excitement, shouted "Thalapathy! Thalapathy!" and ran alongside his vehicle. He travelled by car from his residence to Chennai airport, and along the entire route, large crowds of people had gathered to catch a glimpse of him.

The Kanniyakumari constituency is set to witness AIADMK MLA Thalavai Sundaram defend his seat against DMK's Mahesh R and TVK's Madhavan S R, who is contesting for the first time under the party's banner. The Kanniyakumari seat has historically seen the people alternate between the AIADMK, and DMK each election cycle since 1989.

With the Assembly elections fast approaching, TVK's Vijay on Saturday appealed to the party workers to "step out into the field, and undertake work while keeping a selfless camaraderie to help candidates".

"At this moment, as election day rapidly approaches, I make one appeal. Polling booth convenors, members who have joined the TVK to journey alongside us as comrades, my dear friends and friends who hold immense love for the League--all of you, step into the field and undertake the work. Over the next ten days, at times convenient for you, in the mornings and evenings, go from house to house in the places where each of you reside, and meet our own people, the people of Tamil Nadu," Vijay wrote in a post on X.

Calling on all state and district level leaders of the party, he said to "embrace everyone and carry out the election work. With a sense of selfless camaraderie, all of you go from house to house and meet the people. Explain that this election is not just for us, but for a grand change, an election for a generation."

DMK leader and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Saturday launched a scathing attack on Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor-turned-politician Vijay, comparing his political entry to a fleeting roadside spectacle.

Campaigning for DMK incumbent Inigo Irudayaraj in the high-stakes Tiruchirappalli (East) constituency, Stalin dismissed the challenge posed by the TVK chief, calling him a "festival attraction."

Tamil Nadu polls are scheduled to be conducted in a single phase on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4. TVK is also looking to enter into the fray for the very first time, going against the established political presence of DMK, AIADMK and even the BJP.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Udhayanidhi Stalin calling him a "festival attraction" is a bit harsh, but there's a point. We've seen many actors enter politics with fanfare, but governance is different. I hope TVK has solid policies and not just charisma. Tamil Nadu needs development, not just spectacle.
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Karthik V
Kanniyakumari always swings! This time it's a three-cornered fight with a popular face. Vijay's call for selfless work is good, but ground-level organization matters more than star campaigns. Let's see if the cadre can convert the excitement into votes.
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Sarah B
Following this from abroad. The description of crowds running alongside his car is like something from a movie! It's fascinating how film and politics are so intertwined in Tamil Nadu. Wishing for a peaceful and fair election process.
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Meera T
As a Tamilian, I appreciate that he's asking workers to go door-to-door and explain their vision. That's real groundwork. But the established parties have deep roots. Breaking that pattern in just 10 days is a huge ask. The youth seem excited though!
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Aman W
The "grand change for a generation" line is powerful. Many of us are tired of the same old politics. Whether TVK succeeds or not, their presence is forcing other parties to sit up and take notice. Healthy for democracy.

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