Chennai, March 28 (NationPress) As the political atmosphere intensifies ahead of the April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Congress MP S. Jothimani from Karur has openly condemned the party’s seat allocation and candidate selection methodology within the DMK-led coalition, claiming a complete absence of transparency and internal discourse.

In a pointed social media statement, Jothimani voiced significant apprehensions regarding the distribution of constituencies assigned to the Congress as part of its partnership with the DMK.

The Congress has been designated 28 seats from the 234-member Assembly, but the MP from Karur argued that the criteria for selecting these constituencies were handled in a “highly secretive manner,” disregarding the input of party members and grassroots activists.

“The constituency selection lacks transparency. Our request for seats to be decided after comprehensive discussions and through an open process was dismissed by those in control,” she remarked.

Her comments indicate increasing discontent within certain factions of the Tamil Nadu Congress as the alliance discussions approach their climax.

Jothimani further expressed profound disappointment over what she sees as the neglect of loyal party supporters who have aided the Congress’s development in the state throughout the years. “It is disheartening to witness the efforts of dedicated Congress workers being belittled and effectively ‘sold off’ by individuals who have not made any significant contributions to the party’s fortification,” she articulated.

The MP warned that if the approach characterized as “mercenary or sales-driven” toward seat allocations continues, it could spell severe repercussions for the party’s future in Tamil Nadu. “If this trend continues, no one can salvage the Congress party in the state,” she cautioned.

Her outburst surfaces at a pivotal moment when major political entities, including the DMK and AIADMK, are finalizing their campaign strategies.

The electoral landscape has grown increasingly competitive with the rise of actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which is attracting significant public interest.

Jothimani indicated that she plans to issue a more comprehensive statement once the official list of candidates and constituencies is released, suggesting that the issue may escalate further within party circles.

With nominations set to commence on March 30, this controversy adds to the obstacles the Congress faces as it gears up for a crucial electoral confrontation in Tamil Nadu.