AIADMK Distances Itself from BJP, Reaffirms Strategic Goals for 2026

AIADMK leader D Jayakumar reaffirmed that the party will not form any alliance with the BJP, following a meeting chaired by AIADMK Chief Edappadi K Palaniswami. The meeting focused on election strategies for upcoming local and state elections. Jayakumar refuted media misinterpretations of Palaniswami's previous statements.

In a firm assertion of political independence, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) declared it would not form any alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This announcement was made by party leader D Jayakumar after a strategic meeting chaired by AIADMK Chief Edappadi K Palaniswami at the party headquarters in Chennai.

Jayakumar emphasized the AIADMK's clarity on its political positioning, stating, 'No relation and alliance with BJP, that is our stand.' This declaration comes amid discussions on developing strategies for the 2026 local and state elections, which remain a priority for the party.

Furthermore, Jayakumar addressed media interpretations of Palaniswami's previous comments, clarifying that they were misconstrued. The meeting also saw nine resolutions condemning the current DMK government's administrative failures, setting the stage for upcoming electoral challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)