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Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP's "Control" Over AIADMK, Cites Bihar Example

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP of fully controlling the AIADMK through Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, drawing a parallel to the political situation in Bihar. He asserted that the BJP seeks a controllable government in Tamil Nadu, a scenario he vowed to prevent. Meanwhile, BJP state chief K. Annamalai claimed a clear public sentiment for change, predicting an NDA victory and a new Chief Minister after the results. The stage is set for a direct contest between the DMK-led alliance and the AIADMK-led NDA in the April 23 assembly polls.

Key Points: Rahul Gandhi: BJP Will Never Control Tamil Nadu Govt

  • Rahul Gandhi alleges BJP controls AIADMK
  • Cites Bihar CM removal as example
  • Claims BJP wants a "controlled" CM in TN
  • BJP's Annamalai predicts decisive shift to NDA
  • TN elections set for April 23, results May 4
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"They will never control govt of Tamil Nadu": Rahul Gandhi; cites example of Bihar

Rahul Gandhi alleges BJP controls AIADMK via Amit Shah & Modi, cites Bihar CM removal. BJP's Annamalai predicts political shift in TN elections.

"They will never control the people and govt of Tamil Nadu. - Rahul Gandhi"

Thoothukudi, April 20

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi alleged on Monday that "Those who control AIADMK are fully controlled" by Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and cited the example of Bihar.

Addressing a rally here, Gandhi said, "Those who control AIADMK are fully controlled by Amit Shah and Narendra Modi. Please look at what happened in Bihar, where the CM has been removed, and a BJP man has been placed. Why? It was because the CM of Bihar was a compromised man. He did not say a word and silently went to the Rajya Sabha. His past deeds have allowed the BJP to control him. BJP wants to do the same here in Tamil Nadu."

He further alleged that the BJP will never be able to "control" the people of Tamil Nadu

"They want a govt they can control, and a CM who does exactly what they say. That is something we will never allow them to do. No matter what dream they have, they will never control the people and govt of Tamil Nadu," he added.

Bharatiya Janata Party leader K Annamalai on Monday asserted that voters across Tamil Nadu are leaning toward a political shift in the upcoming Assembly Elections.

"Tamil Nadu has decided to vote for change. The reading on the ground is very clear. The people want a decisive government to come and take stock of the bad law and order situation and to clean it up, clean the mess that the DMK government has created. The urban infrastructure is in a real mess," Annamalai said.

"Across Tamil Nadu, people have come to a very clear conclusion over the last 10 days that we don't want DMK to come to power, we want NDA to come to power. So that I'm very confident and very clear. For the undecided voters still, I would only say NDA is before you with a coalition of parties, proven leadership, with EPS as the opposition leader, with the Chief Ministerial candidate. We are pretty confident that after May 4th, he'll be our Chief Minister," the BJP leader said.

Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are scheduled to be held in a single phase on April 23, with the counting of votes scheduled for May 4.

The main contest is expected between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance and the NDA led by AIADMK, with the BJP and PMK as allies.

- ANI

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Siddharth J
While I appreciate the sentiment, this feels like typical opposition rhetoric before elections. The real issue is development and law & order, which Annamalai rightly pointed out. Chennai's infrastructure is a mess. We need solutions, not just accusations.
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Priyanka N
As a Tamilian living in Coimbatore, I can say the people here are very politically aware. We vote for our state's interests first. No party from Delhi can just "control" us. Our culture and language are too strong for that. 🚫
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Annamalai K
Respectfully, Mr. Gandhi is missing the point. Voters are tired of corruption and poor governance. The "control" narrative is old. People want a government that works, regardless of which alliance it belongs to. The ground reality is shifting.
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Meera T
The Bihar example is chilling. If a strong leader like Nitish Kumar can be sidelined, what chance do other states have? We must protect Tamil Nadu's autonomy. This election is crucial.
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Karthik V
Both sides are just doing politics. DMK has its flaws, BJP wants power. As a common citizen, I just want good roads, water supply, and jobs. Why is that so difficult? 🤷‍♂️ Let's see who actually delivers.

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