Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin will kick off his party’s Assembly election campaign from Tiruvarur on March 31. This move is significant as the state gears up for a crucial electoral showdown. Just recently, Stalin revealed the full list of DMK candidates for the polls, with 164 constituencies allocated to the party and 70 seats to its allies in the Secular Progressive Alliance.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the candidate selection process was meticulous and updated, following extensive consultations within the party and with alliance members. The election in Tamil Nadu is scheduled for April 23, with the results to be announced on May 4. As the election nears, discussions on seat-sharing within the DMK-led alliance have led to intense debates and occasional disagreements among coalition partners. Despite these challenges, the alliance is now focusing on campaigning to strengthen its voter base statewide.
Stalin is set to commence his campaign at 5 p.m. on March 31 in Tiruvarur’s South Ratha Street. This location holds special significance for the DMK as it is the birthplace of party founder M. Karunanidhi, affectionately called “Kalaignar.” By launching the campaign from this historic town, the DMK aims to reinforce its ideological legacy and emotional bond with the voters. The party announced that Stalin will extensively campaign across Tamil Nadu in support of both DMK candidates and alliance members, highlighting the government’s achievements, countering opposition claims, and mobilizing grassroots support in crucial constituencies.
Starting the campaign from Tiruvarur is seen as a strategy to boost party morale and set the stage for an assertive and well-organized statewide outreach program. The launch event is expected to draw participation from senior leaders and party members from various districts. With multiple parties and alliances shaping the political landscape, Stalin’s campaign launch is anticipated to escalate political activities in Tamil Nadu, gearing up for a closely contested Assembly election.
