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DMK's Comprehensive Strategy to Monitor Electoral Roll Revision in Tamil Nadu
Nov 11, 2025 02:32 am CST
The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has implemented a dual approach of legal action and grassroots vigilance to address the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu. While challenging the process in the Supreme Court, the party has mobilized leaders, legal experts, and booth-level workers across eight zones to monitor the revision, establish helplines, and ensure legitimate voters remain on the electoral rolls.
DMK Faces Setback as Krishnagiri Municipal Chairperson Farida Nawab Ousted by Own Party Councilors
Nov 10, 2025 08:56 pm CST
Krishnagiri Municipal Chairperson Farida Nawab has been removed from office after losing a confidence vote, with 24 of 25 DMK councilors voting against her amid allegations of poor development, improper interference by her husband in municipal affairs, and staff mistreatment.
Udhayanidhi Stalin Criticizes Actor Vijay's Political Entry: Ideological Showdown in Tamil Nadu Politics
Nov 10, 2025 05:13 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin has sparked controversy by indirectly criticizing actor Vijay's political venture, comparing it to exhibition replicas without foundation. The DMK leader emphasized his party's ideological strength while TVK representatives responded by questioning Stalin's own political qualifications beyond family connections, setting the stage for potential confrontation in the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections.
MK Stalin Warns: Minor Errors in Electoral Roll Forms Could Lead to Voter Disenfranchisement
Nov 09, 2025 11:18 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin cautions citizens about potential voter list removal due to small mistakes in Summary Revision of Electoral Roll forms. The DMK leader expressed concerns over the rushed implementation of the SIR process, while AIADMK's Palaniswami supports the initiative to eliminate fraudulent voters ahead of upcoming elections.
MK Stalin Issues Electoral Ultimatum to DMK Officials in BJP Stronghold Tirunelveli
Nov 07, 2025 03:25 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has delivered a stern warning to DMK party officials in Tirunelveli, demanding electoral victory in BJP President Nainar Nagendran's home constituency or face removal from their positions. The directive came during a closed-door meeting attended by MP Kanimozhi, where Stalin also raised concerns about voter registration irregularities in the upcoming elections.
The Art of Political Alliances in India: How Vote Accelerators Shape Electoral Success
Nov 06, 2025 04:58 pm CST
This analysis examines the complex dynamics of political alliance formation in India, revealing how strategic seat-sharing arrangements determine electoral outcomes. Through case studies from Tamil Nadu, Bihar, and Maharashtra, the article demonstrates how parties like AIADMK and BJP have mastered the role of "vote accelerator" to maximize success rates, while highlighting the contrasting approaches of regional parties toward national players like Congress. Essential reading for understanding the mathematics and psychology behind India's coalition politics.
Tamil Actor Vijay Confronts CM Stalin as Political Tensions Rise Amid AIADMK Alliance Rumors
Nov 05, 2025 09:13 pm CST
Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay has launched a fierce critique of Chief Minister MK Stalin, accusing him of engaging in hateful politics following the tragic Karur stampede that killed 41 people. As Vijay's TVK party positions itself against the ruling DMK, speculation grows about a potential alliance with the AIADMK ahead of upcoming Tamil Nadu elections. This political confrontation highlights the shifting dynamics in Tamil Nadu's political landscape where film stars continue to wield significant influence.
TVK Authorizes Vijay to Decide Political Alliances for 2026 Tamil Nadu Elections at First Meeting Since Karur Tragedy
Nov 05, 2025 04:06 pm CST
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) held its first General Council meeting since the Karur stampede, authorizing actor Vijay to determine political alliances for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections while criticizing both DMK and BJP on multiple governance issues. The meeting addressed women's safety, voter list revisions, and infrastructure failures while speculation continues about potential alliance strategies.
Tamil Nadu Political Shift: AIADMK Lawmaker Manoj Pandian Joins DMK, Accuses EPS of Being 'BJP Proxy'
Nov 04, 2025 09:27 pm CST
In a significant political development in Tamil Nadu, six-time MLA Manoj Pandian from the influential Nadar community has defected from AIADMK to join the ruling DMK party. Pandian accused AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami of aligning the party with BJP, claiming only DMK can protect Dravidian ideology. This defection represents a major setback for O Panneerselvam's faction in the ongoing AIADMK power struggle and potentially impacts the Nadar community's voting patterns in future elections.
DMK Reinstates K Ponmudy as Deputy General Secretary After Controversial Remarks Scandal
Nov 04, 2025 07:48 pm CST
Tamil Nadu's DMK party has reinstated former Forest Minister K Ponmudy to his position as Deputy General Secretary, months after his removal for making misogynistic remarks. The strategic decision comes alongside the appointment of MP Saminathan to the same position, expanding the party's leadership while strengthening community outreach to the Udayar and Gounder communities ahead of upcoming elections.