Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Palaniswami Claims Cracks in DMK-Congress Alliance
The AIADMK leader, Palaniswami, says that the alliance between the DMK and Congress parties in Tamil Nadu might be falling apart.
He claims the Congress is demanding more power and seats in the upcoming elections.
He also points out that some Congress leaders are openly asking for a larger share of power.
The BJP also commented on the situation, calling the alliance 'unnatural'.
Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) stated that the DMK-Congress alliance is on the verge of collapse.
EPS cited demands from Congress leaders for a greater share of power as evidence.
Girish Chodankar, a Congress leader, allegedly demanded 117 assembly seats.
S Rajeshkumar, a Congress leader, reportedly stated that the DMK may struggle to retain power.
The BJP described the alliance as 'unnatural' and noted the DMK's alleged lack of respect for Congress.
- Who
- Edappadi K. Palaniswami, Girish Chodankar, S Rajeshkumar
- What
- Palaniswami claimed cracks in the DMK-Congress alliance
- When
- September 25, 2025
- Where
- Udhagamandalam, Tamil Nadu
- Why
- To highlight internal conflicts within the ruling coalition
DMK & Congress Supporters
AIADMK & BJP Supporters
Alliance Stability
DMK & Congress Supporters
Not explicitly stated.
AIADMK & BJP Supporters
The DMK-Congress alliance is fracturing.
Power-Sharing
DMK & Congress Supporters
Not explicitly stated.
AIADMK & BJP Supporters
Congress is demanding a larger share of power.
- Speaker
- Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS)
- Political Party (EPS)
- AIADMK
- Political Parties Involved
- DMK, Congress, BJP
- Location of Speech
- Udhagamandalam
- Assembly Polls
- 2026
