AIADMK vs TVK: A Battle of 'Dummy Horse' Politics

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami criticized the ruling TVK government led by CM C Joseph Vijay, calling it a 'dummy horse regime' due to alleged horse-trading. Despite their electoral defeat, Palaniswami asserted AIADMK's resilience and future prospects. He accused TVK of unethical political maneuvers and forming alliances with DMK allies.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chennai | Updated: 18-05-2026 20:36 IST | Created: 18-05-2026 20:36 IST
AIADMK vs TVK: A Battle of 'Dummy Horse' Politics
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In a scathing critique, AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami labeled the TVK government under Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay as a 'dummy horse regime,' accusing them of orchestrating political horse-trading.

Palaniswami, reflecting on the recent electoral outcomes, emphasized AIADMK's resilience and confidence in bouncing back stronger, dismissing any claims of an alliance with DMK.

The opposition leader alleged the TVK of manipulating alliances to sustain power, vowing that AIADMK would adhere to its foundational principles against betrayers while maintaining its influential presence in Tamil Nadu politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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