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AIADMK's internal rift escalates across Tamil Nadu, with party offices becoming flashpoints for factional clashes. In Dindigul, a direct confrontation between former ministers over district control led to police intervention. Meanwhile, the rebel camp is gathering signatures for an emergency general council meeting, while the EPS faction threatens legal action against 25 MLAs for defying the party whip.

AIADMK leader CV Shanmugam criticized party chief edappadi k palaniswami, alleging continuous electoral setbacks since he assumed leadership after Jayalalithaa's death. Shanmugam highlighted that while the party faced defeats before, Jayalalithaa had the capability to bring it back to power, a feat he claims EPS has failed to achieve, leading to worsening electoral performance.

Tamil Nadu faces an AIADMK internal conflict as Vijay's new government prepares for a floor test. A faction led by CV Shanmugam pledged support to Vijay, defying party directives. Agri SS Krishnamurthy warned rebel MLAs of action, while OS Manian asserted 47 MLAs back edappadi k palaniswami. This rift highlights deep divisions within the AIADMK following recent poll performance.

Dhinakaran said there were media reports that his party had supported TVK. He alleged that there could be a forged letter purportedly supporting TVK.

Since Jayalalithaa’s passing, AIADMK has struggled to maintain unity and direction.

AIADMK faces a deepening power struggle as senior leaders and MLAs convene meetings amid electoral setbacks. Factions led by edappadi k palaniswami and S P Velumani are vying for legislature party leadership, with competing claims submitted to the pro-tem Speaker. This marks the third major split threat in the party's history.

Senior AIADMK leader S Semmalai has resigned, citing deep dissatisfaction with the party's current state and recent developments post-elections. He expressed immense mental anguish, stating that internal infighting has damaged the party's image, even drawing ridicule from English newspapers. Semmalai, who felt sidelined after Jayalalithaa's death, lamented the party's deviation from its founding principles.

In a dramatic twist within the AIADMK, 36 MLAs, spearheaded by C. Ve. Shanmugam, are raising eyebrows and voices against party leader Edappadi Palaniswami. Accusations of making solitary decisions fueled by self-interest are threatening to fracture the party, with rebel members eyeing support from Vijay's TVK in a bid to seize the title of 'true AIADMK.'

AIADMK faces internal turmoil as Edappadi Palaniswami and rebel leader C Ve Shanmugam trade accusations of anti-party activities. Palaniswami removed several leaders, including Shanmugam and S P Velumani, for allegedly supporting a rival government in exchange for ministerial posts. Rebels counter, accusing Palaniswami of seeking DMK support to become Chief Minister.

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister K A Sengottaiyan criticized AIADMK's weakening under Edappadi K. Palaniswami, attributing it to his leadership style. He also commented on the new TVK government, highlighting Chief Minister Vijay's financial crisis handling abilities and the government's swift actions on women's safety and liquor shop closures.

AIADMK's internal conflict escalated as party chief Palaniswami expelled the rebel leaders. These leaders had backed Tamil Nadu CM Vijay during a crucial trust vote on the assembly floor. The move follows accusations of weakening the party's anti-DMK stance and exploring alliances. This leadership struggle intensifies ahead of future elections.

Tamil Nadu's cabinet is set for an expansion, with two Congress legislators slated to be sworn in as ministers on Thursday. This move marks the Congress party's return to a ministry in the state after six decades. Notably, members of a specific AIADMK faction will not be included in this cabinet reshuffle, a decision influenced by opposition from allied parties.

AIADMK's internal power struggle intensified as C. Ve. Shanmugam rejected aligning with the DMK, claiming a majority of MLAs backed S. P. Velumani as their leader. Shanmugam alleged Edappadi K. Palaniswami proposed forming a government with DMK support, a move opposed by legislators. The dissident group announced support for the TVK government.

AIADMK leader edappadi k palaniswami has launched a new publication named ‘Porvaal’ (battle sword) in response to a rival faction's move. This name echoes a historical magazine started by Kanchi Manimozhiyar in 1947 to champion the cause of a separate Dravidian land, marking a significant chapter in Dravidian politics.

A faction within AIADMK, led by S.P. Velumani and C. Ve. Shanmugam, has announced support for the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government. This move intensifies pressure on party general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami amid the ongoing leadership tussle following the party's electoral setbacks.

AIADMK leader Thambidurai expressed confidence in Edappadi K. Palaniswami becoming the next Chief Minister, signaling post-poll alliance efforts. This comes as Tamil Nadu faces a hung assembly, with actor-turned-politician Vijay's TVK emerging as a key player in government formation talks.