DMK and Congress Clash Over Election Allegiances in Tamil Nadu
War of words between DMK and Congress over pre- and post-poll allegiances
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The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Indian National Congress (INC) are embroiled in a verbal dispute following their recent electoral defeat. The DMK accused the Congress of betrayal after securing seats with its support, while Congress leaders defended their actions, emphasizing a new political alliance under Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay.
- 01The DMK youth wing accused the Congress of betrayal after winning seats with DMK's support, claiming Congress leaders lack grassroots engagement.
- 02S. Rajesh Kumar, T.N. Congress Legislature Party leader, countered that the DMK has not learned from its electoral defeat.
- 03The DMK's resolution described Congress as a 'parasite' that cannot win elections independently.
- 04Rajesh Kumar highlighted that the Congress's Whistle symbol contributed to its electoral success, emphasizing the importance of alliances.
- 05Both DMK and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam have struggled to win elections without alliances since 1967.
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The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the Indian National Congress (INC) engaged in a heated exchange following their electoral defeat on May 23, 2026. The DMK's youth wing accused the Congress of backstabbing, alleging that it won Assembly and Parliament seats with the help of DMK workers but switched sides post-election. DMK leaders, including M.K. Stalin and Udhayanidhi Stalin, expressed disappointment, claiming Congress's actions reflected a lack of gratitude and integrity. In response, T.N. Congress Legislature Party leader S. Rajesh Kumar criticized the DMK for failing to learn from its defeat, asserting that the Congress's electoral success was aided by its alliance with the DMK. He defended the new government led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, stating that it represented a political transformation in Tamil Nadu. Kumar argued that both the DMK and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam have historically struggled to win elections independently, urging the DMK to accept the people's verdict and refrain from disparaging its allies.
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The ongoing conflict between the DMK and Congress may influence future political alliances and electoral strategies in Tamil Nadu, affecting voter perceptions and party dynamics.
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