Sasikala’s entry ahead of Tamil Nadu elections may aggravate AIADMK’s woes

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) is facing internal divisions and potential fragmentation of its support base as former interim general secretary V.K. Sasikala launches her own party, creating further challenges for the Dravidian major. Edappadi K. Palaniswami, current general secretary, faces criticism from both O. Panneerselvam and Ms. Sasikala, who accuses him of betrayal. The AIADMK's alliance with T.T.V. Dhinakaran's party is seen as a potential strategy to improve performance in southern districts. However, the future of the AIADMK remains uncertain as it navigates these internal conflicts and electoral challenges.