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MDMK to Contest Under Own Symbol as DMK Holds Alliance Talks with MMK, IUML

MDMK Praesidium chief Arjunraj has stated his party will contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections under its own symbol, following demands submitted to the DMK. Meanwhile, MMK President MH Jawahirullah met with DMK's TR Baalu, requesting five seats and confirming his party will campaign under the DMK alliance and its symbol. This follows similar seat-sharing talks between the DMK and the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), which also demanded five seats. Alliance negotiations are ongoing, with further discussions planned with DMK leadership.

Key Points: MDMK, MMK, IUML Seat-Sharing Talks with DMK for Tamil Nadu Polls

  • MDMK asserts own symbol
  • MMK seeks 5 seats in DMK alliance
  • IUML also demanded 5 seats
  • Seat-sharing talks intensify ahead of polls
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"We will contest under our own symbol," says MDMK Praesidium chief Arjunraj following alliance talks with DMK

MDMK's Arjunraj says party will use its own symbol, while MMK and IUML seek seats from DMK alliance ahead of Tamil Nadu assembly elections.

"We will contest under our own symbol - Arjunraj"

Chennai, February 23

Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam Praesidium chief Arjunraj on Monday informed that his party would contest the forthcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections under its own symbol.

Speaking to reporters, Arjunraj said that he has submitted all the demands to Dravida Munnetra Kazagham (DMK), asserting that the party would consider them and let MDMK know its status in the upcoming two days.

"We have submitted our demands, and they will consider it, will discuss it with the chief, and they will let us know in a day or two... We will contest under our own symbol," Arjunraj told reporters.

DMK treasurer and Lok Sabha MP TR Baalu on Monday held discussions with the Manithaneya Makkal Katchi (MMK) President MH Jawahirullah over the seat sharing ahead of the forthcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections.

After the meeting, Jawahirullah stated that the MMK has sought five seats from the DMK in the polls. He also emphasised that his party will contest the Tamil Nadu polls under the DMK alliance.

Both party leaders held the alliance meeting at the DMK headquarters 'Anna Arivalayam'.

Speaking to the media, MMK President said, "Today, we had a seat-sharing talk with DMK. We appealed to allot 5 seats to MMK in this election, and this is the first phase of the talk. In the coming assembly elections, we will contest under the DMK alliance. We will campaign for the DMK alliance all over Tamil Nadu... We will have a discussion with CM Stalin, and then we will have a second round of discussion. We will contest in DMK's Rising Sun symbol in the coming election..."

Earlier, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) president KM Kader Mohideen also met DMK representatives on Sunday for seat-sharing talks ahead of the upcoming Assembly polls here and demanded that five seats be allotted to them to contest the elections under the coalition.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Alliance arithmetic is so complex! DMK has to balance so many partners - MDMK, MMK, IUML. Everyone wants 5 seats. Stalin Anna has a tough job keeping everyone happy while ensuring winnable candidates. Hope the final deal is strong enough to face the AIADMK+ combine.
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Karthik V
MDMK's stand is interesting. MMK and IUML are happy with the DMK symbol because it gives them instant recognition. But MDMK, being a older Dravidian party, has its own base. Maybe they are playing hardball for better seats? Typical Tamil Nadu political drama before polls!
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Anjali F
As a voter, I just want a stable government that focuses on development. All these seat-sharing talks feel like insider baseball. Whether it's Rising Sun or MDMK's torch, what matters is their work for Tamil Nadu's people. Less drama, more governance, please.
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Michael C
Observing from outside, the coalition politics in Tamil Nadu seems incredibly nuanced. The symbolic weight of contesting under one's own party flag versus the alliance's banner is a fascinating power dynamic. MDMK's move is a clear statement of political self-reliance.
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Suresh O
Respectfully, this could backfire for MDMK. In a direct fight, the alliance symbol (Rising Sun) has immense recall value, especially in rural areas. Their own symbol might confuse some voters. Unity in symbolism is sometimes as important as unity in agenda. Just my two paise.

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