DMK and Congress political disputes in Tamil Nadu

Political tensions have intensified in Tamil Nadu involving the DMK and the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC). The friction began following a student meeting in Chennai featuring Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, which led to allegations that police were used to prevent students from leaving the event. The BJP criticized Gandhi for attempting to exploit student sentiments.

Relations between the DMK and Congress have further deteriorated due to verbal conflicts between party leaders. DMK officials have targeted TNCC president Manickam Tagore, accusing him of spreading misinformation and labeling him a “slave of the ruling TVK.” The DMK further alleged that Congress leaders are acting as “sleeper cells” who betray the INDIA bloc alliance to pursue ministerial positions.

In a separate development, Tagore criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the inauguration of the Tirumangalam-Kollam highway project, questioning why he was not invited to the event in his own constituency while BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran was seated on stage. Tagore also accused the Prime Minister of attempting “Hindi imposition” during his address.