TVK encouraging AIADMK MLAs’ resignation unacceptable: CPI(M) leader Shanmugam
CPI(M) leader P. Shanmugam criticized the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for encouraging AIADMK MLAs to resign shortly after their election. He expressed concerns that the resignations and subsequent party switches were not credible and could negatively impact the ruling party's future. Shanmugam emphasized that there is no guarantee of re-election for those who resigned, suggesting a potential shift in public sentiment.
- ▪CPI(M) leader P. Shanmugam condemned the TVK's actions regarding AIADMK MLAs' resignations.
- ▪He stated that the resignations within 20 days of election are unacceptable.
- ▪Shanmugam warned that the ruling party's approach could lead to a negative public perception and impact future elections.
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The State secretary of the CPI(M), P. Shanmugam, on Tuesday (May 26, 2026), said the role of the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in encouraging the AIADMK MLAs to resign their posts was unacceptable.“The resignation of MLAs within 20 days of their election and their admission into the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is unacceptable,” he told The Hindu. The TVK has the outside support of the two Left parties while the VCK, Indian Union Muslim League and the Congress have joined the government.Mr.
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