The Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) faction led by S. Ramadoss has announced the expulsion of three sitting legislators for engaging in activities deemed harmful to the party despite prior warnings. The party’s disciplinary action committee had issued notices to the MLAs on July 20, 2025, seeking explanations for their alleged anti-party behavior. However, no response was received from the legislators, leading to their expulsion.
The expelled legislators, namely S. Sivakumar, S. Sadasivam, and S.P. Venkateswaran, were previously under temporary suspension pending disciplinary proceedings. The expulsion, effective from January 12, entails the loss of their primary membership and all organizational positions within the PMK. The party has instructed its members to refrain from any contact with the expelled legislators in party-related matters.
The internal discord within the Vanniyar-dominated party has been highlighted by these expulsions, reflecting deepening factionalism. In a similar move, the rival faction led by Anbumani Ramadoss had earlier expelled two other MLAs. These expulsions are anticipated to have significant political ramifications in northern Tamil Nadu, where the PMK holds substantial influence, especially with the upcoming Assembly elections.
