Madurai: AIADMK deputy general secretary R B Udhayakumar on Sunday dismissed concerns over recent exits from the party, asserting that political departures are often temporary and many leaders eventually return to their parent organisations after resolving differences with the leadership.
Political History Shows Leaders Return
Udhayakumar told reporters that Tamil Nadu's political history is replete with examples of senior leaders leaving their parties due to disagreements and later returning. He cited leaders such as Navalar Nedunchezhiyan and S D Somasundaram, and noted that several present-day DMK leaders were once part of AIADMK.
"Those who left the party due to differences of opinion will return once they gain clarity," he said.
Warning to TVK President Vijay
Udhayakumar accused TVK president Vijay of attempting to attract AIADMK functionaries and workers. "If Vijay continues efforts to lure AIADMK functionaries, he will face serious consequences," he warned.
AIADMK Remains a Force
Rejecting claims that AIADMK had weakened after the election, Udhayakumar emphasised that the party remains a major force in state politics. "We may have lost an election, but we have not died. AIADMK remains a force in Tamil Nadu politics," he said.
He further stated that AIADMK continues to enjoy the support of more than one crore voters and maintained that party general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami remains the principal challenger to the ruling DMK.
