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Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay claimed the party is gaining strong grassroots support across Tamil Nadu while accusing the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam of blocking campaign permissions and spreading misinformation, asserting that a “people’s movement” will challenge ruling-party dominance in the upcoming polls

Edappadi K Palaniswami attacked the ruling DMK at a Coimbatore rally, framing the 2026 Assembly polls as a fight against dynasty politics, asserting the AIADMK-led NDA will oust the “anti-people” government, while praising Narendra Modi’s leadership

Kanimozhi Karunanidhi criticised AIADMK for supporting a delimitation-linked bill, alleging it harms Tamil Nadu’s interests. She backed immediate women’s reservation without delimitation, while claiming Opposition unity blocked the Centre’s proposal in Parliament

Rahul Gandhi accused the AIADMK of functioning under BJP influence, alleging proxy rule attempts in Tamil Nadu. He defended the Congress-DMK alliance, criticised the Centre’s political approach, and highlighted Opposition unity against a contested reservation-linked bill

Udhayanidhi Stalin accused the BJP-led Centre of withholding funds and curbing state rights, while promising expanded welfare schemes ahead of polls, including increased aid for women, student benefits, and new subsidies for households

The Central Government has strongly countered Opposition claims, particularly from the DMK, that southern states will face injustice in the upcoming delimitation exercise. Officials emphasised that reforms are designed to expand representation nationwide, with Tamil Nadu’s Lok Sabha seats set to rise significantly.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the DMK government in Tamil Nadu of promoting corruption and misgovernance, while urging BJP workers to reach voters. He said people are looking towards the NDA for change and highlighted central welfare initiatives

DMK MP P Wilson alleged that the FCRA Amendment Bill targets Christian institutions and was introduced during Easter to create fear. He criticised the Centre’s intent and said the DMK would oppose the legislation in Parliament

TVK chief Vijay filed his nomination for Tiruchirappalli East on April 2, after a massive roadshow that halted city traffic. He will contest against DMK and AIADMK candidates ahead of the April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin filed his nomination from Kolathur constituency in Chennai and expressed confidence of securing a fourth consecutive victory. He also held a brief roadshow and released a book highlighting his achievements in the constituency

Actor-politician Vijay and senior TVK leaders are set to contest from Chennai constituencies in the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, targeting the DMK stronghold, with Vijay likely to enter the fray from Perambur as the party prepares its candidate list

DMK president and Chief Minister M K Stalin appears confident of securing a second term, banking on welfare initiatives, the Dravidian governance model and alliance unity. However, criticism over dynasty politics, unfulfilled promises and new political challengers remain concerns ahead of polls

DMK and Congress began formal seat-sharing talks for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, with Congress seeking more than 25 seats, a Rajya Sabha berth, and a share in power

TVK leader Vijay declared that the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election would be a direct fight with Chief Minister M K Stalin. He accused the DMK of corruption, promised reforms in education and safety, and urged cadres to mobilise voters for change

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin attacked the BJP over its alliance with AIADMK, rejected corruption and dynasty charges against the DMK, raised pending central funds and projects, and highlighted the achievements of the Dravidian Model at a Chennai summit

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin paid tribute to the Language Martyrs on Language Martyrs Day, reaffirming opposition to Hindi imposition and honoring those who died during the 1964-65 anti-Hindi agitation. AIADMK and other leaders also paid respects

TN Chief Minister MK Stalin announced DMK’s plan to push for a constitutional amendment to remove the mandatory Governor’s Address after Governor R N Ravi refused to read the government-prepared speech, marking the fourth walkout since 2021 

Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin flagged off the Palamedu Jallikattu with 1,000+ bulls and 500 tamers. Actor Soori attended, prizes included cars and tractors. Over 2,000 police managed crowds; 57 injured. Finale set at Alanganallur January 17

Senior DMK leader Dayanidhi Maran said Tamil Nadu encourages girls to study and work under the Dravidian Model of governance, unlike northern India. He said women’s progress and an educated workforce make Chennai attractive to global companies

Dravidian ideologue L Ganesan, former MP and DMK stalwart who championed Tamil linguistic and social justice causes, passed away at 91 in Thanjavur. He served in state assemblies, Rajya Sabha, and Lok Sabha, leaving a lasting political legacy