BJP-AIADMK is a natural alliance: Nainar Nagendran exudes confidence ahead of 2026 Tamil Nadu polls

ANI April 12, 2025 164 views

Nainar Nagendran is set to become the new Tamil Nadu BJP president, signaling renewed strength in the BJP-AIADMK alliance. He emphasized the "natural alliance" between the two parties and their collective goal of defeating DMK in the 2026 assembly elections. Nagendran highlighted the significant national presence of BJP and expressed confidence in party cadres' unity. The alliance comes after a complex political history, including previous electoral collaborations and temporary disconnections.

"BJP is a very big party with 1000 and above MLAs and 300 and above MPs" - Nainar Nagendran
Chennai, April 12: Exuding confidence over the future of BJP-AIADMK alliance, Nainar Nagendran, who is set to become the Tamil Nadu BJP president on Saturday said that both parties will work "wholeheartedly" to defeat DMK in the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

Key Points

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BJP-AIADMK alliance set to challenge DMK in 2026 state polls

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Nagendran replaces K Annamalai as state BJP chief

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Political dynamics shifting in Tamil Nadu

Nagendran called the recent tie-up between BJP and AIADMK a "natural alliance".

When asked about his message for the BJP cadres, Nagendran said, "BJP is a very big party with 1000 and above MLAs and 300 and above MPs, and I am very proud to become a state president of this party."

"I don't have followers for me separately. These are the cadres of BJP. I am sure all will unite and work wholeheartedly," he added.

He further highlighted the "positive" impact of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent visit to the Tamil Nadu.

"There is a huge change happening in Tamil Nadu," Nagendran said.

Nainar Nagendran, who will replace K Annamalai as Tamil Nadu BJP chief further pointed out that there is no need to criticise the alliance between his party and the AIADMK.

"There is no need for criticism of our alliance. We have not criticized their (DMK) alliance," Nagendran said.

Notably, AIADMK and BJP, and all the alliance parties decided to contest the upcoming Vidhan Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu together under the National Democratic Alliance.

This significant political development comes ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly election, which will be held in 2026. In the previous two elections--the Lok Sabha and the last assembly polls--the AIADMK has struggled to perform strongly.

The AIADMK entered into an alliance with the BJP after the passing of J Jayalalithaa in 2016. During the 2021 state elections, the AIADMK and the BJP were in alliance, which resulted in the BJP winning four seats. However, the AIADMK severed ties with the BJP in 2023.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
Interesting alliance! Both parties have strong grassroots presence in TN. If they can work together effectively, DMK might face tough competition in 2026. 🤔
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Priya M.
As a neutral voter, I hope this alliance focuses on development rather than just political gains. TN needs good governance more than anything else!
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Suresh V.
Respectfully disagree with calling this a "natural" alliance. Both parties have very different ideologies and voter bases. This seems more like political convenience than natural alignment.
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Anitha R.
The real test will be whether they can maintain this alliance till 2026 without internal conflicts. Last time it didn't work out so well. Fingers crossed! 🤞
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Karthik N.
Amit Shah's visit did create some buzz. If BJP can connect with Tamil voters beyond just alliance politics, they might actually make an impact this time.

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