Archive · 12 Jan 2026
PMK Leader Ramadoss in Talks to Join DMK Alliance
Dr S. Ramadoss, a leader in the PMK party, is talking about joining the DMK alliance.
This comes as there is a big disagreement between Ramadoss and his son, Anbumani Ramadoss, who is leading the PMK in a different direction.
Anbumani's group has already joined the NDA.
Ramadoss has praised the current Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin, and hinted that he might work with other parties.
A DMK minister said that talks are happening, which could change the political landscape in Tamil Nadu.
Dr S. Ramadoss is in discussions to join the DMK-led alliance.
Tensions between Ramadoss and his son, Anbumani Ramadoss, have led to a split within the PMK.
Anbumani-led PMK has already aligned with the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
Ramadoss praised the tenure of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, hinting at potential political realignment.
DMK Minister Rajakannappan confirmed talks are underway for Ramadoss to join the DMK alliance.
- Who
- Dr S. Ramadoss, a senior PMK leader, and the DMK-led alliance
- What
- Discussions about Ramadoss joining the DMK alliance
- When
- Amid growing tensions within the PMK and ahead of Assembly elections
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, India
- Why
- Due to internal conflicts within the PMK and potential political realignment
- Leader
- Dr S. Ramadoss
- Party
- Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK)
- Alliance
- DMK-led alliance
- Current Alliance
- National Democratic Alliance (NDA)
- Election Context
- Upcoming Assembly elections
- Key Figure
- Anbumani Ramadoss (son of Dr S. Ramadoss)
- DMK Symbol
- Rising Sun