Udhayanidhi Stalin Criticizes Vijay’s TVK as ‘Cardboard Politics’ at DMK Event
DMK leader mocks TVK; fierce comeback ensues.
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin launched a scathing indirect attack on actor-turned-politician Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) during the DMK's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, asserting that true political endurance requires a rock-solid ideological foundation. He warned that entrants without principles are destined to collapse, drawing a vivid analogy to fragile exhibition models that captivate momentarily but crumble under the slightest pressure.
In a tone laced with sarcasm, Stalin likened TVK to cardboard replicas of iconic structures like the Taj Mahal and Eiffel Tower displayed at fairs. "People rush for selfies, thrilled by the illusion, but one touch or gust of wind is enough to topple them," he remarked, implying Vijay's party lacks the depth and resilience forged through decades of struggle. He contrasted this with DMK's storied legacy of sacrifice, including battles against the Emergency imposed in the 1970s.
Stalin underscored that DMK's fortress-like strength stems from ideological roots planted by leaders who endured arrests, protests, and persecution. He positioned the party as a battle-tested institution, not a fleeting spectacle, subtly questioning the sustainability of celebrity-driven political ventures that prioritize charisma over conviction in Tamil Nadu's cutthroat electoral arena.
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TVK wasted no time in retaliating, with spokesperson Loyola Mani firing a pointed counter on X, challenging Udhayanidhi's own credentials. "What sacrifices has he made? What protests has he led? His only qualification is being Karunanidhi's grandson and MK Stalin's son," Mani wrote, accusing the Deputy CM of inheriting power through dynasty rather than merit or grassroots struggle.
Mani boldly predicted TVK's victory over DMK in the 2026 assembly elections, framing the exchange as a clash between inherited privilege and emerging people's power. As political temperatures rise ahead of the polls, this war of words signals an intensifying rivalry that could redefine Tamil Nadu's electoral landscape.
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