Final Up to date:July 31, 2025, 22:03 IST
MK Stalin met OPS in Chennai, signaling a political shift forward of the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.
Former Tamil Nadu CM O Panneerselvam calls on CM M.Ok. Stalin, in Chennai. (Picture/DMK)
Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and expelled AIADMK chief O Panneerselvam (popularly often known as OPS) on Thursday introduced his faction’s choice to interrupt away from the BJP-led Nationwide Democratic Alliance (NDA)- simply hours after assembly Chief Minister MK Stalin throughout the latter’s routine morning stroll. OPS, as soon as a key determine within the AIADMK and a longtime BJP ally, had shaped his personal faction following a bitter management tussle inside the social gathering.
Within the lead-up to the choice, OPS had written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi throughout his current go to to Gangaikonda Cholapuram, saying it might be his “singular honour” to satisfy him. However with no appointment granted, OPS publicly criticised the Centre over delays in disbursing Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds- a transfer seen as a sign of rising rift.
OPS Faction Splits With NDA
The formal announcement got here from Panruti S Ramachandran, OPS’s longtime aide and former minister, who confirmed the cut up, saying, “We are breaking the alliance with NDA.” He added that OPS would launch a state-wide tour forward of the 2026 Meeting elections.
“At present, there is no alliance with any party. In the future, we will take a call on alliance closer to the elections,” he mentioned.
What Subsequent For OPS?
OPS, who was current on the press briefing, didn’t rule out a possible alliance with actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Requested concerning the chance, he mentioned, “Time will tell,” including there was nonetheless time earlier than the elections.
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