T.T.V. Dhinakaran|Picture Credit: R. ASHOK
Assaulting both AIADMK basic secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami and BJP State president Nainar Nagenthran as”opportunists and autocratic”, AMMK creator T.T.V. Dhinakaran, who just recently left the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), stated on Sunday that his celebration would not back Mr. Palaniswami as Chief Minister prospect. Dealing with reporters in Sivagangai, he stated that when Union Home Minister Amit Shah tried to mobilise similar celebrations in the NDA front and even recommended the Chief Minister prospect would be from the AIADMK, Mr. Palaniswami was reluctant to consult with the leaders of the front, including him. “If such was his appointment, how can we wait him?” he asked. Boiling down greatly on Mr. Nagenthran for not reacting to a call from expelled AIADMK organizer O. Panneerselvam [for an appointment to meet the Prime Minister during his visit to Tamil Nadu]Mr. Dhinakaran stated it revealed the real colours of the BJP leader. “After ignoring the telephone call, now Mr. Nagenthran states he will patch-up to stay in the NDA.” Inquired about claims that he and Mr. Panneerselvam had actually left the NDA at the request of previous BJP State president K. Annamalai, Mr. Dhinakaran stated this was the wild creativity of some individuals who had no understanding of politics. He declared that the AMMK cadre would not hit it off with the AIADMK cadre as they were fed up of the method Mr. Palaniswami was dealing with the partymen. “The AIADMK might have cash, a popular sign, and might even charm functionaries from the AMMK, however the cadre would stay undamaged in the celebration,” he asserted. According to him, supporting Mr. Palaniswami would be self-destructive. He repeated that when Mr. Annamalai was heading the BJP’s State system, alliance partners had a cordial relationship with him. “The present BJP State president believes that they can win with simply the assistance of Mr. Palaniswami. Take it from me, this is not going to occur, and the AIADMK will lose the upcoming election.” he included. He was dissatisfied just with Mr. Palaniswami and a couple of others in the AIADMK and would invite others. In the interest of the AMMK, an excellent choice would be taken quickly, he stated however worried that even if Mr. Annamalai looked for assistance for Mr. Palaniswami, he would not “dedicate the error”. To an inquiry, he stated closer to the election, a brand-new alliance is possible, and the potential customers are looking intense. When formed, the front with the AMMK as constituent will emerge triumphant, he included.
Released – September 08, 2025 12:24 am IST