Party support for Independent candidate, an election strategy in which Jayalalithaa succeeded and MGR failed
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Party support for Independent candidate, an election strategy in which Jayalalithaa succeeded and MGR failed

The Hindu·3h ago·Neutral

What Happened

Actor Vijay's TVK party's nomination was rejected in Edappadi constituency where former CM Palaniswami contests. TVK now supports Independent candidate K. Premkumar, a former Vijay fan club official, contesting on Television symbol in April 23, 2026 Tamil Nadu elections across 234 constituencies.

Key Entities

C. Joseph VijayTamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)Edappadi constituencyEdappadi K. PalaniswamiK. PremkumarTamil Nadu electionsApril 23, 2026

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