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Tamil Nadu Leaders Unite in Tribute to Captain Vijayakanth on Death Anniversary

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin led tributes to former DMDK chief Captain Vijayakanth on his second death anniversary, recalling him as a "dear friend" who earned the people's love. BJP leaders, including Union Minister L. Murugan and Tamilisai Soundararajan, joined in honoring Vijayakanth's legacy and his past alliance with the NDA. Vijayakanth, a veteran actor turned politician, founded the DMDK in 2005 and led it to become the principal opposition in 2011. His party later saw fluctuating electoral fortunes, including an alliance with the NDA in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections.

Key Points: TN CM Stalin, BJP Leaders Pay Tribute to Captain Vijayakanth

  • Stalin calls Vijayakanth "dear friend"
  • BJP leaders recall alliance & personal bonds
  • DMDK's rise & electoral history
  • Veteran actor & political legacy
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TN CM Stalin pays tribute to former DMDK chief Captain Vijayakanth on his death anniversary

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, BJP leaders, and DMDK pay homage to former DMDK chief Captain Vijayakanth on his 2nd death anniversary. Read tributes and his political legacy.

"He earned the boundless love of the Tamil people. – CM MK Stalin"

Chennai, December 28

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Sunday paid tribute to the DMDK founder, Captain Vijayakanth, on his second death anniversary.

Referring to Vijayakanth as his "dear friend," MK Stalin said that he "earned the boundless love" of the Tamil people.

"Captain Vijayakanth Remembrance Day With immense compassion for the poor, through his noble heart that helped everyone, he earned the boundless love of the Tamil people--my dear friend, the founder of DMDK, Captain Mr Vijayakanth. I remember his good deeds," Stalin said in a post on X.

Earlier, DMDK President Premalatha Vijayakanth paid her respects to her husband in Chennai. Union Minister L. Murugan, Former Union Minister of State for Finance and Shipping and senior TN BJP leader Pon. Radhakrishnan was also present on the occasion.

Paying tribute to the late DMDK founder Vijayakanth, Union Minister L Murugan said, "He always worked for the downtrodden. He always thought about others who worked with him... He was a role model to everyone... His legacy will continue."

Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udayanidhi Stalin also joined in to pay tribute to Vijayakanth.

BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan said that Vijayakanth always considered her as his sister, as she paid emotional tribute to him.

"He would always call me his sister, Thangachi... In 2014, he intensified the victory of PM Modi. PM Modi Modiji was also very affectionate towards him... We are pleased to pay homage to him," she said.

Vijayakanth died on December 28, 2023, due to COVID-19 and prolonged illness.

Vijayakanth has acted in more than 150 films and is known for action movies. As a Nadigar Sangam president, President Vijayakanth helped cinema artists. Vijayakanth founded his party in 2005 called 'Desiya Murpoku Dravida Kazhgam'.

n the 2011 State Elections, Vijayakanth DMDK won 26 seats from 41 contested seats and became the principal opposition.

DMDK contested the 2014 Lok Sabha election in alliance with the NDA. The party secured 14 seats in that election. However, the party fought the 2016 General election in alliance with the left-aligned People's Welfare Front alliance but performed poorly in the election, not winning even a single constituency and losing deposits in the majority of its seats.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
It's good to see leaders across party lines paying respects. In today's bitter political climate, this show of unity in remembering a public figure is heartening. He may have had political ups and downs, but his connection with the people was genuine.
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Suresh O
The 2011 election performance was historic. For a new party to become the principal opposition was no small feat. It showed the "Captain wave" was real. Sad to see how the party declined later. A lesson in political management.
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Michael C
While the tributes are respectful, it's also important to remember the complexities. His political journey, especially the alliance shifts, left many of his supporters confused. A charismatic figure, but perhaps not the most consistent strategist.
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Kavya N
My father was a huge fan of his movies. The action sequences were iconic! It's rare to see a star transition to politics and actually command that level of initial respect. His on-screen persona of fighting for justice resonated with people off-screen too.
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Ashwin V
The fact that he is remembered fondly by leaders from DMK, BJP, and his own party speaks volumes about his character. In Tamil Nadu politics, that's quite an achievement. May his family find strength.

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