TVK Leader Predicts DMK's Electoral Struggle Without Congress Support
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) launched a sharp critique against the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in Chennai on Monday, asserting that the party would face significant difficulties in securing more than 25 to 30 seats in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections if it proceeds without the Congress as an alliance partner. TVK leader C T R Nirmal Kumar emphasized that the DMK's current political standing heavily relies on its coalition partners and lacks independent sustainability.
Ground Reality of DMK's Electoral Prospects
Speaking to reporters, Kumar elaborated on his assessment, stating, "If the Congress is not there, DMK cannot cross 25 to 30 seats. This is the ground reality today. Even in 2006, the DMK would not have crossed 30 seats without the Congress. The chief minister knows this very well." He described the Congress as a "natural partner" that commands respect across Tamil Nadu, while criticizing DMK leaders for displaying a lack of basic respect toward the national party, which he claimed has created friction within the ruling coalition.
TVK's Analysis of DMK's Alliance Strategies
Kumar, whose party was founded by actor-politician Vijay, suggested that the DMK is operating from a position of deep fear after reviewing TVK's field reports and surveys. "This is why they are desperately trying to induct anyone into their alliance, even parties like the DMDK, which no one expected them to touch," he remarked, highlighting what he perceives as the DMK's frantic efforts to bolster its electoral prospects through unconventional partnerships.
Criticism of BJP's Religious Politics and DMK's Inaction
Turning his attention to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the TVK leader condemned its approach to religious-based politics, specifically referencing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Thiruparankundram. Kumar warned against attempts to transform peaceful shrines into disputed areas similar to Ayodhya and criticized the DMK government for its perceived inaction. "Stalin, who holds the law and order portfolio, should have at least issued an advisory to the PM's office or moved the court to prevent this unnecessary controversy. The DMK is intentionally allowing this to happen to pick up religious politics themselves later," he alleged, accusing the DMK of strategic complicity.
TVK's Preparations for the Assembly Elections
Regarding TVK's own electoral strategy, Kumar revealed that the party has completed preparatory workshops across all 234 Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu, signaling its readiness to contest the upcoming polls. This move underscores TVK's commitment to establishing a significant presence in the state's political landscape and challenging both the DMK and BJP on various fronts.
