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Congress Criticises DMK Amid Tamil Nadu Political Realignment as TVK Announces New Alliance
✍️ NDTV
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 07:32 PM
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The Congress party has publicly rebuked the DMK while regional leader TVK is forming a fresh political alliance, signalling a shift in Tamil Nadu's power dynamics.
The Congress party in Tamil Nadu has launched a sharp criticism of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), accusing it of deviating from its stated commitments and undermining opposition voices. The remarks were made in a televised statement that highlighted perceived policy inconsistencies and called for greater accountability from the state government.
In a parallel development, veteran politician Thol. Thirumavalavan (TVK) announced the formation of a new political alliance ahead of the upcoming state elections. While the exact composition of the coalition was not disclosed, TVK indicated that the partnership aims to present an alternative to both the DMK and the opposition parties, focusing on regional development and social justice.
Political analysts note that the simultaneous Congress rebuke and TVK's alliance could fragment the anti‑DMK vote, potentially reshaping electoral calculations in Tamil Nadu. Both moves underscore a growing volatility in the state's political landscape as parties vie for influence ahead of the next electoral cycle.
In a parallel development, veteran politician Thol. Thirumavalavan (TVK) announced the formation of a new political alliance ahead of the upcoming state elections. While the exact composition of the coalition was not disclosed, TVK indicated that the partnership aims to present an alternative to both the DMK and the opposition parties, focusing on regional development and social justice.
Political analysts note that the simultaneous Congress rebuke and TVK's alliance could fragment the anti‑DMK vote, potentially reshaping electoral calculations in Tamil Nadu. Both moves underscore a growing volatility in the state's political landscape as parties vie for influence ahead of the next electoral cycle.