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This is the only way to reclaim AIADMK, says C.V. Shanmugam
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News18•14-10-2026, 15:24
This is the only way to reclaim AIADMK, says C.V. Shanmugam
- •Senior leader C.V. Shanmugam stated that he continues to be dissatisfied with the AIADMK leadership following recent electoral defeats.
- •He emphasized the need to convene the general council to deliberate on the reasons for the party's defeat and rectify them.
- •Shanmugam expressed readiness to cooperate if those in positions decide to unify and revitalize the AIADMK.
- •He welcomed the absence of money distribution to voters in the by-election, calling it a good change.
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Following the AIADMK's severe defeat and slide to the third position in the two-constituency by-elections, the dissident faction held consultations to deliberate on the reasons for the loss and take steps to rectify them.
C.V. Shanmugam stated that the general council should be convened to instill confidence in the party cadres, and expressed readiness to cooperate with those in positions if they decide to unify and strengthen the AIADMK.
C.V. Shanmugam welcomed the notable change that no money was distributed to voters during the by-elections, although he expressed deep disappointment over the AIADMK's defeat.
