Palaniswami of AIADMK to Confer with Amit Shah in Delhi
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Synopsis
In a significant political move, AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami plans to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi, aiming to address ongoing tensions following their split from the BJP alliance. Political observers are watching closely as both parties prepare for the upcoming elections.
Key Takeaways
- AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami to meet Amit Shah.
- Former minister S.P. Velusamy will accompany EPS.
- AIADMK and BJP ended their alliance in September 2023.
- Both parties faced major setbacks in the 2024 elections.
- Political analysts are watching for future developments.
Chennai, March 25 (NationPress) In a pivotal political move in Tamil Nadu, AIADMK General Secretary and Leader of Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) is scheduled to head to Delhi on Tuesday evening for a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
EPS will be joined by S.P. Velusamy, a former minister and influential leader from western Tamil Nadu. AIADMK spokesperson Kovai Sathyan confirmed to reporters that EPS is making the trip to the national capital for discussions with Amit Shah but refrained from disclosing additional information regarding the visit's agenda.
The AIADMK and BJP were partners in an alliance during the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, where the BJP secured four seats under this coalition. However, the partnership was dissolved on September 21, 2023, due to rising tensions following K. Annamalai's assumption of the BJP’s Tamil Nadu state president role.
In the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the AIADMK and BJP are contesting independently, each forming their own alliances. Both parties faced significant challenges, with the DMK-led coalition winning all the seats.
The deterioration in relations was primarily attributed to Annamalai’s leadership, with AIADMK officials accusing him of neglecting the fundamental spirit of the alliance. Senior members of AIADMK have publicly expressed that Annamalai lacks the political maturity and respect shown by previous BJP state presidents, especially in recognizing AIADMK’s leadership status within the state coalition.
Tensions escalated when Annamalai, during a media interview prior to the split, made a contentious remark referencing the late AIADMK leader and former Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa’s conviction in a corruption case.
AIADMK leaders perceived this comment as a severe affront and subsequently issued a strongly worded resolution condemning Annamalai, citing his inexperience and deficient political insight.
With the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections looming just over a year away, political analysts are closely monitoring developments. Both parties now face the task of reconciling past disputes to present a united front against the ruling DMK.
