AIADMK faces another political setback in Tamil Nadu as four former ministers and ex-MLAs shift to Vijay’s ruling TVK amid continuing internal trouble.
Another Setback For AIADMK
The political crisis inside the AIADMK has deepened further after four former ministers and ex-MLAs joined the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam at the party headquarters in Chennai on Saturday. The leaders who moved to TVK include Udumalai K Radhakrishnan, M C Sampath, Kadambur C Raju and N R Sivapathi. Their decision is being seen as another major blow to the AIADMK, which has already been dealing with internal unrest after its recent election setback in Tamil Nadu. The latest AIADMK crisis has pushed more attention towards Vijay’s TVK, which is gaining leaders from the opposition camp after its rise in Tamil Nadu politics.
Leaders Join TVK In Chennai
The former AIADMK leaders joined TVK in the presence of party General Secretary Anand and General Secretary for Election Campaign Management Aadhav Arjuna. Their entry into Vijay’s party comes at a time when TVK is trying to strengthen its political base after coming to power. For the ruling party, the joining of experienced leaders from the opposition camp gives both organisational strength and symbolic political momentum.
AIADMK Crisis Continues After Poll Debacle
The AIADMK has been facing repeated setbacks since the April 23 poll defeat. The party first saw rebellion from a group of MLAs who reportedly supported the confidence motion moved by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay in the Assembly, despite the party whip asking them to vote against it. Though the rebel group later patched up with General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami, the damage appeared to have already created uncertainty inside the party.
More Leaders Shift Towards TVK
The latest exits are part of a growing trend of AIADMK functionaries moving towards TVK. Earlier, several AIADMK members, including former ministers and former MLAs, joined TVK at its Panaiyur headquarters in Chennai. K A Sengottaiyan was among the first major leaders to leave AIADMK and stand with Vijay before the election. Since then, TVK has continued to attract leaders from the opposition camp, especially those looking for a stronger political platform.
Big Signal In Tamil Nadu Politics
The joining of four former ministers gives TVK another advantage in Tamil Nadu’s changing political space. For AIADMK, however, the developments raise serious questions about leadership control, cadre confidence and future strategy. With more senior leaders moving away, the party may have to act quickly to stop further erosion. The latest political shift shows that Vijay’s TVK is no longer just gaining public attention but is also becoming a preferred destination for leaders from established parties.
