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AIADMK's Palaniswami Dismisses Sengottaiyan: "No Need to Respond" on TVK Move

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami has firmly refused to comment on expelled leader KA Sengottaiyan's decision to join Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. Sengottaiyan, a nine-time MLA from Gobichettipalayam, officially joined TVK with his supporters after resigning from his legislative position. This political move could significantly influence the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections in Erode district where Sengottaiyan holds considerable sway. The veteran leader was expelled from AIADMK in October for allegedly maintaining contact with previously expelled party members.

Key Points: EPS Refuses Comment on Expelled Leader Sengottaiyan Joining TVK

  • Nine-time MLA Sengottaiyan joined TVK with supporters after resigning as MLA
  • His move could impact 2026 Assembly elections in Erode district stronghold
  • Sengottaiyan was expelled from AIADMK in October for violating party discipline
  • Former leader had planned campaign tours for late CM Jayalalithaa
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No need to respond about him joining TVK: AIADMK's Palaniswami on expelled leader Sengottaiyan

AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami refuses to comment on expelled leader KA Sengottaiyan joining Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, saying "no need to respond" about former members.

"Sengottaiyan is not in the AIADMK, so I don't have any need to respond about him joining TVK - Edappadi K Palaniswami"

Chennai, November 27

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami refused to comment on expelled party leader KA Sengottaiyan joining the TVK on Thursday, saying that there is "no need to respond" since Sengottaiyan is not in the party anymore.

"Sengottaiyan is not in the AIADMK, so I don't have any need to respond about him joining TVK," he told reporters here.

Expelled AIADMK leader and nine time MLA KA Sengottaiyan joined Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) along with his supporters on Thursday, a day after he resigned as Gobichettipalayam MLA.

Sengottaiyan holds sway in Erode district, having being elected from his home constituency around nine times. With just over 7 months left for the Assembly elections set to happen in 2026, him joining the TVK could sway the winds in favour of TVK in Erode. He met with TVK chief Vijay following his resignation as MLA earlier on Wednesday too.

Earlier, Sengottaiyan supporters gathered outside the TVK office to welcome their leader to the party. TVK General Secretary N Anand welcomed the supporters who had travelled from Gobichettipalayam.

He resigned as Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) on November 26 amid speculation of him joining TVK. He had been expelled from AIADMK in October after being accused of maintaining contact with individuals who had previously been expelled from the party, which violated party discipline and brought disrepute to the organisation.

Following his expulsion, Sengottaiyan had announced that he would approach the court to challenge the way he had been dismissed from the party. He also alleged that AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami is acting as a dictator in the party.

When the AIADMK split into the Janaki and Jayalalithaa faction, he supported the latter group, contesting with the 'Rooster' symbol and winning his home constituency. He was well known for planning the campaign tour schedules of late Chief Minister Jayalalithaa.

- ANI

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Priya S
Sengottaiyan is a 9-time MLA with strong grassroots connect in Erode. This is a big loss for AIADMK and gain for TVK. EPS should have tried to retain him instead of expelling.
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Sarah B
As someone following Tamil Nadu politics, I feel EPS's "no need to respond" attitude shows arrogance. Leaders with mass appeal should be valued, not discarded so easily.
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Michael C
Interesting political move! Sengottaiyan joining TVK could really change equations in Erode district. With elections just 7 months away, this might be a game-changer! 🤔
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Kavya N
Remember how Sengottaiyan was close to Amma and planned her campaign tours? Such experienced leaders leaving AIADMK is not good for the party's future. Very sad to see.
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David E
This is typical Tamil Nadu politics - leaders switching parties before elections. But Sengottaiyan's mass base in Erode makes this particularly significant for TVK's prospects.

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