Exodus from AIADMK: 300 Members Join Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Seeking Change

Over 300 AIADMK members, including former ministers and MLAs, have defected to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), citing dissatisfaction and seeking effective leadership. Led by Radhakrishnan, the move echoes a belief in TVK’s corruption-free governance and a commitment to win upcoming elections under Chief Minister Joseph Vijay.

In a significant political shift, more than 300 members formerly aligned with the AIADMK have officially joined the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in Panaiyur, near Chennai. They attribute the change to a lack of effective public service opportunities under AIADMK leadership.

The induction, held at TVK's party headquarters, witnessed prominent former AIADMK figures such as ex-Minister Vellamandi Natarajan, MLA Natraj, and others pledging allegiance to the ruling TVK. The defection was presided over by TVK General Secretary N Anand, highlighting a strategic gain for the ruling party.

These developments reflect a growing confidence in TVK, helmed by Chief Minister Joseph Vijay. Former AIADMK senior leader Udumalai Radhakrishnan cited a disillusionment with AIADMK’s direction post-J Jayalalithaa, emphasizing TVK's anti-corruption stance. The party anticipates further defections, projecting a significant realignment in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.