T.T.V. Dhinakaran, the General Secretary of AMMK, stated that he does not plan to contest in the upcoming elections. His main goal is to support his colleagues to succeed and become ministers. Dhinakaran emphasized the importance of enhancing the party and ensuring victory for its candidates.
Addressing speculations about his own electoral aspirations, Dhinakaran highlighted that true leadership involves guiding others to power rather than seeking positions. He criticized leaders who distance themselves from the ideals of late Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa while claiming to uphold her legacy.
Dhinakaran criticized actor-politician Vijay, stating that genuine political credibility comes from engaging directly with people rather than speaking from a distance. He also praised former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam as a dedicated follower of Jayalalithaa and expressed hope for his alliance with the party.
Looking ahead to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, Dhinakaran predicted a positive future for the state. He compared the political landscape to the past, suggesting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi now occupies the space once held by Jayalalithaa. Dhinakaran affirmed his party’s voluntary decision to join the National Democratic Alliance under Edappadi K. Palaniswami’s leadership.
In a strong critique of the DMK, Dhinakaran accused the ruling party of corruption, increasing drug trafficking, and a breakdown of law and order. He lamented the discontinuation of welfare schemes initiated by Jayalalithaa, such as free gold for mangalsutras and laptops for students. Responding to allegations of blackmail, Dhinakaran denied involvement in bribery or corruption, expressing disappointment at such claims.
