Chennai, March 23 (NationPress) Union Minister and BJP’s Tamil Nadu election coordinator Piyush Goyal stated on Monday that all partners of the NDA will convene to finalize the allocation of seats.

"We will gather in a room and make decisions today," the Minister declared upon his arrival in Chennai, aiming to solidify the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Assembly elections.

Goyal's visit holds significant importance as the AIADMK-led coalition is under increasing pressure to conclude negotiations with the election date approaching. This high-level meeting is anticipated to provide essential clarity regarding the distribution of constituencies among alliance members.

During his stay, Goyal plans to meet with AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami and other prominent leaders from the alliance, including PMK chief Anbumani Ramadoss, AMMK leader T.T.V. Dhinakaran, BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran, and Union Minister L. Murugan.

These talks are deemed crucial for resolving outstanding disagreements and establishing a mutually beneficial agreement.

Expressing optimism before the discussions, Goyal highlighted that the talks would be held in a cooperative "family spirit," aiming for a consensus. He stressed the importance of achieving a balanced and equitable agreement rather than hastily making decisions under tight deadlines.

Drawing from his expertise in complex trade negotiations, Goyal noted that he favors prioritizing quality outcomes over time-pressured decisions, indicating that a sustainable and agreeable arrangement is more critical than speed.

His comments come at a pivotal moment, with the deadline for nomination filings approaching and coalition partners feeling the heat to finalize constituencies and candidates.

Political analysts believe that Monday’s gathering could signify a major advance in the NDA's election strategy in Tamil Nadu.

Projecting confidence about the alliance’s future, Goyal mentioned that there is increasing public dissatisfaction with the current DMK-Congress coalition.

He asserted that the political atmosphere in the state is evolving and that the NDA is well-placed to become a credible alternative.

Detailing the alliance’s campaign focus, he stated that the NDA, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, would prioritize development in crucial sectors such as agriculture, fisheries, MSMEs, and industry.

Furthermore, he emphasized that job creation, youth empowerment, and support for startups would be central to the alliance’s agenda.

The results of the meeting are expected not only to finalize the seat-sharing agreement but also to pave the way for a coordinated and vigorous NDA campaign in Tamil Nadu.