DMK delaying seat-sharing panel formation, says Karti Chidambaram
Karti Chidambaram, Congress MP from Sivaganga, criticized DMK for delaying the formation of a seat-sharing committee despite previous talks between Kanimozhi Karunanidhi and Rahul Gandhi. He stated that the Congress was ready to negotiate but the DMK's inaction created confusion. He emphasized the importance of an alliance for both parties to win elections and highlighted the Congress's role in securing a "secular seal" for any potential coalition.
16 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
The DMK has demanded action against Manickam Tagore and Praveen Chakravarty before engaging in seat-sharing talks with the Congress.
— The Hindu
The CPI(M) Tamil Nadu secretary argues that the Congress should focus on strengthening its position within the DMK-led alliance rather than demanding power-sharing.
18 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
The VCK, led by Thol. Thirumavalavan, reaffirmed its commitment to the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance despite demands for power-sharing from the Congress.
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