'Together we are committed to building greater Tamil Nadu': AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami
Chennai (Tamil Nadu): Tamil Nadu Opposition leader and AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unwavering support and said that the party will work closely with "NDA allies" to realise the aspirations of the people and contribute to his "transformative vision."
Palaniswami welcomes renewed alliance
"I extend my gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji for his unwavering support to AIADMK Official. We are honoured to be welcomed into a partnership with NDA. An alliance founded on a shared vision for Tamil Nadu's progress and prosperity," Palaniswami posted on X on Friday.
Focus on transparent and development-driven governance
He further said that the people of Tamil Nadu deserve a transparent, development-focused government. "At this pivotal moment, with visionary guidance of Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, AIADMK will work closely with NDA allies to realise the aspirations of the people and contribute to his transformative vision. Together, we are committed to building a greater Tamil Nadu—one free from dynastic politics, corruption, and misgovernance," he added.
Parties unite for 2026 assembly elections
This announcement follows a major political decision by the AIADMK, BJP, and other alliance parties to contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections together under the National Democratic Alliance banner. The elections are scheduled to be held in 2026.
Amit Shah reaffirms leadership structure
Union Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed the alliance strategy on Friday, stating, "These elections will be contested under the leadership of PM Modi on a national level and under the leadership of AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami on the state level."
BJP eyes better results in Tamil Nadu
The BJP has been aiming to strengthen its position in Tamil Nadu, especially after failing to secure a single seat in the last Lok Sabha elections. While the AIADMK had previously allied with the BJP after the demise of J Jayalalithaa in 2016, the alliance was called off in 2023. In the 2021 state elections, the BJP won four seats as part of its partnership with the AIADMK.
(With ANI Inputs)
