Palaniswami Heads to Delhi Amid AIADMK Tensions
AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami has flown to Delhi amid rising disquiet within the party. Several senior members are demanding that expelled leaders, including O. Panneerselvam, V.K. Sasikala, and T.T.V. Dhinakaran, be reinstated. Observers view his Delhi trip as an attempt to resolve these internal issues.
Possible Meeting with Amit Shah
Palaniswami is expected to hold discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The meeting could influence AIADMK’s relationship with the BJP and strategy ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Political Alliance Implications
The visit is seen as a signal that central leadership might intervene to calm the party. AIADMK’s alliance with BJP, already under strain, may be re-evaluated depending on how leadership disputes are handled. Party unity appears to be a priority in these talks.
Election-Year Pressure
With assembly elections in Tamil Nadu less than a year away, AIADMK faces pressure from its cadre and public to present a united front. Internal dissidence could damage its prospects. Palaniswami’s Delhi visit may be a response to urgent calls for reconciliation and clarity on leadership.
