DMK MLA Calls for Accountability Over Stalin's Loss in Kolathur
DMK’s outgoing MLA demands action against Sekarbabu for Stalin’s defeat in Kolathur
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I. Paranthaman, the outgoing MLA from Egmore, has demanded accountability from P.K. Sekarbabu, the DMK's district secretary in Chennai, for the defeat of former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in the Kolathur Assembly constituency. Paranthaman questioned Sekarbabu's presence before Stalin after the loss.
- 01I. Paranthaman criticizes P.K. Sekarbabu for Stalin's defeat.
- 02The statement was made via social media.
- 03Paranthaman questions Sekarbabu's integrity in facing Stalin.
- 04The incident highlights internal party tensions within DMK.
- 05The Kolathur constituency was a significant loss for the DMK.
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On May 5, 2026, I. Paranthaman, the outgoing Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Egmore in Tamil Nadu, publicly criticized P.K. Sekarbabu, the district secretary of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party and outgoing Minister for Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments. Paranthaman held Sekarbabu accountable for the defeat of former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in the Kolathur Assembly constituency. In a social media post, he expressed disbelief at Sekarbabu's ability to stand before Stalin without feeling shame or embarrassment for the electoral loss. This statement underscores the internal strife within the DMK following a significant electoral setback.
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The internal conflict within the DMK may affect party unity and future electoral strategies in Tamil Nadu.
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