Tiruvannamalai, Mar 31: Launching a sharp political attack ahead of the elections, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Monday ridiculed the AIADMK-BJP alliance as a “Delhi-made” arrangement with “no guarantee” of survival, alleging that it lacks both credibility and durability.
Addressing an election rally in Kilpennathur in Tiruvannamalai district, Stalin accused AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami of compromising his party’s autonomy for political gains. He alleged that Palaniswami had earlier “rented out” the AIADMK to the BJP and has now “completely sold” it.
“The AIADMK-BJP alliance is ‘Delhi-made’ with no guarantee. Once the election is over, it has neither a warranty nor a guarantee,” Stalin said, asserting that the alliance would not last.
Drawing a comparison with imitation products, he remarked, “Like China make, this is Delhi make. It is not original,” suggesting that the alliance lacks authenticity. He further added, “They will pull the fuse. We have to ensure that happens,” expressing confidence that voters would reject the tie-up.
Projecting the DMK as a dominant political force, Stalin said, “No matter how many teams come — BJP’s A team, B team, C team — the champion team is DMK.”
He also took a personal dig at Palaniswami, questioning his leadership credentials and ability to “save Tamil Nadu.” “First, he must be saved, and AIADMK must be rescued,” Stalin said, adding that the AIADMK leader should be “electorally finished.”
Highlighting the ruling DMK’s welfare agenda, Stalin listed a series of promises, including an ₹8,000 coupon for homemakers to purchase household appliances, an increase in financial assistance for women, elderly citizens, and differently-abled persons, enhanced support for students under key schemes, and free pump sets for farmers.
Urging voters to back the DMK, he called on the electorate to defeat the AIADMK-BJP alliance in the upcoming polls.
The remarks come amid intensifying political campaigning in the state, with parties stepping up rhetoric and outreach to consolidate voter support.
