Vaiko’s statement: Chief Minister Vijay rejects horse-trading allegations

Tamil Nadu: Political rhetoric has once again intensified. MDMK General Secretary Vaiko has categorically rejected allegations of horse-trading against the state Chief Minister and DMK chief M.K. Stalin. He stated that the Chief Minister was not involved in any illegal activities to prove his majority in the Assembly.

This statement came after the MDMK Executive Committee meeting held in Egmore, Chennai on Wednesday. The meeting was chaired by party president A. Arjunraj. In addition to Vaiko, senior party leaders M. Senthilthipan (Treasurer), Durai Vaiko (General Secretary), A.K. Mani (Deputy General Secretary), and other executive members attended.

Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Vaiko said that the Chief Minister had proved his majority in the Assembly with the support of his coalition partners. According to him, the government had already secured the support of 120 MLAs, making it clear that no additional efforts or controversial activities were required to prove his majority.

Vaiko clarified that the Chief Minister had no need to seek support from the opposition party, Edappadi Palaniswami. He stated that the government’s position was strong and that the support of the coalition parties was already clearly in place.

However, Vaiko added that if opposition parties or other political groups wished to offer support, there should be no objection to accepting it. According to him, giving and receiving political support is a normal process in a democracy, provided it is done in a transparent manner.

This statement has sparked a new debate in Tamil Nadu politics. While opposition parties have been accusing the government, the ruling party and its allies have consistently claimed that the majority is completely legitimate and clear.

This MDMK meeting is also considered politically significant, as it discussed future strategies and coordination within the coalition. Party leaders said they will continue to work on strengthening the alliance and developing the state.

Political analysts believe that such statements may further intensify the blame game in the state politics, especially when the debate on majority and support in the Assembly is going on continuously.