Aadhav Arjuna, the General Secretary of Election Campaign Management for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has stirred controversy by claiming that there is little to no ideological difference between TVK and the DMK—despite the latter being considered a political rival by TVK chief and part-time politician Vijay. He further stated that parties like the Congress and Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) also align ideologically with TVK.
These remarks come in the context of the AIADMK reuniting with the BJP, rekindling their strong alliance under the NDA ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. TVK, which had been eyeing a potential alliance with the AIADMK, seems to have missed its chance. Now, the party appears to be turning its focus toward attracting one of the DMK’s key allies in a bid to gain momentum.
In a recent interview with a private news channel, Aadhav Arjuna reiterated his party’s stance, saying that there are no major ideological differences between the DMK, Congress, or VCK, and emphasized that TVK stands firmly against the BJP.
He said, “There is no significant difference between the policies of DMK and TVK. DMK’s policy was established by Anna (C.N. Annadurai), who created it for Tamil Nadu. It is a policy centered on Tamil Nadu and is neutral; it promotes the ideology that everyone is equal and supports state autonomy without a union government in India. This is a policy for Tamil Nadu, not for DMK alone. We cannot claim that this policy belongs solely to DMK; it is also followed by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. If the policy fails or if there are issues concerning the elected Chief Minister, TVK also voices its concerns. We are not different in any way.”
Later, he said, “There is no significant difference between our policies and those of Congress. Additionally, there is no substantial difference between the policies of the VCK and ours. We have firmly proved that we will not join the BJP under any circumstances. When we approach the Supreme Court regarding the Waqf Act, we want to emphasize the extent of our ideological commitment. Therefore, I want to reiterate that any alliances will not be formed without demonstrating our strength and engaging with the people, and this decision will be made final stages. This is not the right time for that.”
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