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Chennai, Nov 25 (IANS) Former AIADMK minister and senior leader KA Sengottaiyan looks set for a major political transition, with strong indications that he will join actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) this week.
The development comes after weeks of turmoil within the AIADMK and a series of confrontations with the party’s top leadership.
The controversy began on 5 September when Sengottaiyan held a press conference urging the AIADMK to re-unite and bring back members expelled in recent years.
His comments caused considerable unrest within the party, leading to General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) stripped him of all organizational responsibilities.
Matters worsened on 30 September, when Esangotayan attended the Thevar Guru Puja in Madurai along with AMC general secretary TTV and former Chin. This public appearance, along with staunch opponents of the EPS, was seen as an open act of rebellion, leading to Sngottayan’s expulsion from the AIADMK.
Amidst this turmoil, reports emerged that Sengottaiyan was in advanced talks with Vijay’s TVK.
According to sources, senior TVK functionaries Adhavan Arjunan and strategist John Arokyasamy met him recently to discuss the possibility of his joining.
Discussions between Sengottaiyan and Vijay are said to have reached the final stages and an announcement is expected to be made soon after the two meet. Sengottaiyan is expected to leave for Chennai from Coimbatore tonight and is likely to resign from his MLA post on the 26th.
Her formal entry in TVK is expected to take place on 27th in the presence of Vijay. However, TVK leaders have not yet issued any public confirmation, adding an element of mystery to the unfolding developments.
Sengottaiyan’s possible innings holds significant political significance, given his long-standing presence in the western region of Tamil Nadu. A seven-time MLA from Gobbichettipalayam, he has held key ministerial positions including school education, information technology and agriculture.
For decades the late J. Jayalalitha’s trusted lieutenant, he is known for his strong organizational skills and influence throughout the western region. His growing dissatisfaction with the AIADMK leadership marks a major departure from his otherwise consistent loyalty.
Meanwhile, the EPS is scheduled to hold a public meeting at Gobbichettipalayam in its constituency of Sengottaiyan on the 30th. Political observers believe Sengottaiyan may formally announce his next move before this rally, a move that could change the political dynamics in the region ahead of the 2026 assembly elections.
–IANS
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