AIADMK Factional Tensions Escalate Amid Floor Test Controversy
The AIADMK faction led by leaders C Ve Shanmugam and SP Velumani seeks disqualification of party MLAs supporting chief Edappadi K Palaniswami, accusing them of whip defiance during a government confidence vote. The turmoil underscores deep divisions within the party, amid debates over leadership decisions and post-defeat strategies.
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The internal strife within the AIADMK took a new turn as the faction led by C Ve Shanmugam and SP Velumani claimed majority MLAs allegiance, accusing chief Edappadi K Palaniswami of defying party whips during the recent confidence vote for the TVK government.
C Vijayabaskar, the faction's 'whip', emphasized the internal party mandate communicated through digital channels, noting that 25 of the 47 MLAs complied, while others, including Palaniswami, faced potential disqualification under the anti-defection law. The faction insists on a General Council meet to address leadership and strategic concerns post-defeat.
The divide intensifies as Palaniswami strategizes with loyalists, dismissing opposing members and reinforcing support at his residence amidst a heavy police presence at the party headquarters, foreseeing possible unrest similar to past leadership struggles.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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