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Kejriwal Praises Stalin as "Brother," Campaigns for DMK Ahead of TN Polls

Arvind Kejriwal campaigned in Chennai for Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, praising his work in health and education and describing him as a brother. Kejriwal highlighted Stalin's unique approach, recalling how the TN CM visited Delhi to study its schools and mohalla clinics without ego. In return, Stalin lauded Kejriwal's Delhi governance model, stating he implemented similar smart classroom initiatives in Chennai. The campaign comes as Tamil Nadu prepares for a single-phase poll on April 23, with the main contest between the DMK-led alliance and the NDA.

Key Points: Kejriwal praises CM Stalin, campaigns for DMK in Tamil Nadu

  • Kejriwal praises Stalin's governance
  • Calls him a "brother" with no ego
  • Stalin visited Delhi to study health & education models
  • NDA is only BJP, which has "captured" AIADMK
  • Polls on April 23, results May 4
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"You will not get a leader like him": Kejriwal praises TN CM Stalin ahead of polls

Arvind Kejriwal campaigns for M.K. Stalin, praising his governance and lack of ego. Stalin lauds Delhi's education model. Key quotes and poll details inside.

"s and poll details inside.QUOTE: You will not get a leader like him. - Arvind Kejriwal"

Chennai, April 21

Arvind Kejriwal, former Delhi Chief Minister and National Convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, on Monday campaigned here in support of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin and praised his governance, particularly in the sectors of health and education.

Addressing a public meeting, Kejriwal described Stalin as "like a brother" and said the latter was working extensively for the welfare of the people.

He said Stalin's approach to governance was unique, recalling how the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister had visited Delhi during his tenure to study developments in government schools, hospitals and mohalla clinics.

"I have come from Delhi because Thiru Stalin is my brother. He is doing so much work for your children, for the health and education of your family. You will not get a leader like him. That is the reason I have come to campaign for him... When I was Chief Minister of Delhi, one day I got a phone call from the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu's office saying that he wanted to come and see the good work in Delhi. I was very surprised. Normally, the Chief Ministers have a very high ego. No one goes to the other state to see the good work. Stalin has no ego. He works for the people. He came to Delhi. He saw our hospitals. He saw the schools that we had constructed. He saw the clinics that we had done. Then he invited me to Tamil Nadu. I came to Tamil Nadu. I saw the good work that was being done in Tamil Nadu", he said.

He further added, "NDA is not the BJP and AIADMK. NDA is only the BJP. BJP has captured AIADMK. AIADMK is completely in the grip of the BJP."

Earlier, CM Stalin also lauded Kejriwal's governance model in Delhi, particularly in the education sector. He said he had personally visited Delhi to understand the reforms and was impressed by the transformation. "After witnessing the changes, we implemented similar initiatives in Chennai, including the establishment of over 100 smart classrooms," Stalin said.

Expressing confidence in his government, Stalin asserted that the DMK would return to power, promising a "2.0" version of governance in Tamil Nadu.

He also welcomed Kejriwal, saying, "I welcome my dear brother Arvind Kejriwal."Kejriwal is in Tamil Nadu to campaign for the DMK. He is slated to hold a rally on Tuesday, also.AAP has not put up any candidate for the Assembly poll race, choosing to support the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) instead.

Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, with results scheduled to be announced on May 4.

The main contest is expected between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, which includes the Indian National Congress, DMDK and VCK, and the National Democratic Alliance led by AIADMK with BJP and PMK as allies.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is also set to make his electoral debut with his party TVK, which could turn the contest into a three-way fight.

- ANI

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Priya S
As a Tamilian, I'm proud of our CM's work in education and health. But honestly, this feels like pure political campaigning before elections. Kejriwal ji is here because AAP needs allies. Let's not get carried away by the "brother" talk.
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Karthik V
The focus on health and education is what every state needs. If leaders are actually sharing best practices, it benefits all citizens. Hope this collaboration leads to more smart classrooms and better clinics in TN. Good initiative!
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Sarah B
Interesting dynamic. Kejriwal praising a regional leader strongly. His comment about BJP capturing AIADMK is a sharp political attack. This election in Tamil Nadu is getting more national attention than usual.
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Meera T
Whatever the politics, if this mutual appreciation results in better schools and hospitals for our people, I'm all for it. Action matters more than words. Let's see the "2.0 version of governance" actually deliver.
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Vikram M
With Vijay's party entering, it's a three-cornered fight now. DMK bringing in Kejriwal shows they are shoring up support. The real test is on April 23rd. The voter will decide which alliance has done the real work.

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