Senior AIADMK Leader Makes Political Shift
In a significant political development in Tamil Nadu, senior AIADMK legislator and former minister K A Sengottaiyan is preparing to join actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Thursday. This move comes after his recent rebellion against AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami.
The Background of the Defection
Sengottaiyan had openly challenged Palaniswami's leadership, demanding the reinstatement of members who had been removed from the party. This act of defiance resulted in severe consequences for the senior leader, as he was subsequently stripped of all organizational positions within the AIADMK.
Party insiders revealed that Sengottaiyan took a crucial step toward his political transition by meeting with TVK leadership in Chennai on Sunday. Following this strategic discussion, he returned to his hometown Gobbichettipalayam in Erode district before making his way back to Chennai on Wednesday morning for the formal induction ceremony.
Timeline of Political Events
The political drama unfolded rapidly over the past week. On Wednesday, a senior TVK leader confirmed the impending joining, while the actual meeting between Sengottaiyan and TVK leadership occurred on Sunday in Chennai. The formal induction is scheduled for Thursday, marking a new chapter in the veteran politician's career.
This development represents a significant gain for Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, which continues to attract established political figures from traditional parties. The addition of an experienced leader like Sengottaiyan could strengthen TVK's organizational structure and expand its reach across Tamil Nadu.
The move also highlights the ongoing internal challenges within AIADMK, where disagreements over leadership decisions and member treatment have created rifts within the party ranks. Sengottaiyan's departure follows his public call for party unity through the reinstatement of expelled members, a demand that ultimately cost him his positions within the organization.
