The MDMK, led by Vaiko, announced its withdrawal from the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, alleging attempts to facilitate an AIADMK government after the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. The party said it would decide future electoral alliances closer to upcoming elections
DMK president M K Stalin said the Secular Progressive Alliance remains strong despite falling short of total victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. He highlighted the alliance securing 1.54 crore votes and 72 seats, thanking allies for their continued support and commitment
The DMK and its Secular Progressive Alliance partners staged statewide protests against the Election Commission’s voter roll revision, calling it politically motivated. CM Stalin accused the process of undermining democracy and vowed legal and grassroots action to halt it
