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Former AIADMK minister Vellamandi R Natarajan has switched allegiance, joining the Vijay-led TVK party on May 27. This marks the fifth prominent AIADMK figure to join the ruling party this week, following four recently resigned rebel MLAs. Natarajan, a former Tourism minister, had previously supported O Panneerselvam and rejoined AIADMK in February.

Tamil Nadu's new chief minister's oath in the name of god sparked political debate, with some ministers and CM Joseph Vijay opting for an affirmation of conscience. This choice reflects a deep-seated political identity in the state, contrasting with the historical evolution of constitutional oaths from ancient pledges to modern declarations of allegiance.

M.R.K.Panneerselvam of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) won the Kurinjipadi constituency with a margin of 7589 votes. He garnered 76695 votes, while All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate A Bhuvanenthiran came second with 69106 votes.

Senthilselvan.R of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) won the Sirkazhi constituency with a margin of 11417 votes. He garnered 71449 votes, while All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate Sakthi.M came second with 60032 votes.

Mohan. K of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won the Panruti constituency with a margin of 10663 votes. He garnered 78398 votes, while Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi candidate Abdur Rahman. A.R came second with 67735 votes.

In a stunning shift, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has transformed Tamil Nadu's political dynamics, relegating the DMK to the opposition role and leaving the AIADMK trailing in third place. This new political force has made substantial strides in regions traditionally dominated by Dravidian parties, especially shaking up DMK's influence in the northern districts and the south's 'thevar belt'.

In a strategic meeting at the DMK headquarters, Chief Minister M.K. Stalin engaged with senior party leaders to finalize the logistics for counting day. The discussion also featured insightful reports from ministers regarding their district's electoral outcomes. The party is optimistic about achieving a majority, confidently addressing any doubts raised by exit polls.

Tamil Nadu's high voter turnout signals a crucial election. Chief Minister Stalin's DMK seeks continuity, while the AIADMK aims for a comeback. Actor Vijay's TVK emerges as a significant challenger, particularly among younger voters. Key constituencies like Kolathur and Perambur are witnessing intense multi-cornered contests, setting the stage for a decisive outcome.

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami declares the upcoming election a direct fight between his party and the DMK. He criticizes DMK leaders for prioritizing family interests and dismisses their claims about the NDA. Palaniswami defends AIADMK's past achievements and its alliance strategy, asserting the party's commitment to Tamil Nadu's welfare.

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami dismisses Vijay's TVK, framing the election as a direct contest with the DMK. He accuses DMK leaders of prioritizing family interests and criticizes their claims of growth, attributing current progress to AIADMK's past governance. Palaniswami also defends AIADMK's relationship with the BJP, contrasting it with the DMK's alleged subservience and corruption.

Despite high-profile BJP visits to Tamil Nadu, Rahul Gandhi's absence is downplayed by the DMK-led front, who deny any rift. The VCK leader clarifies his withdrawal from assembly polls was strategic, not due to DMK pressure, and defends fielding family members, asserting it's not dynastic politics. He also predicts BJP's weakening of AIADMK and dismisses actor Vijay as a spoiler.

Despite high-profile BJP visits to Tamil Nadu, Rahul Gandhi's absence is downplayed by the DMK-led front, who deny any rift. The VCK leader clarifies his withdrawal from assembly polls was strategic, not due to DMK pressure, and defends fielding family members, asserting it's not dynastic politics. He also predicts BJP's weakening of AIADMK and dismisses actor Vijay as a spoiler.

Kanimozhi criticised Palaniswami for his remarks about chief minister M K Stalin at an election campaign in Chennai’s T Nagar on Wednesday.