‘This is not a model government; it has become a model of failure,’ declared Vijay, launching a blistering attack on the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam at a massive party functionaries’ meeting here.
The president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) framed the 2026 Assembly election as deeply personal and emotional. “For others, this may just be an election. For me and for those who love me, it is an emotion, an oceanic emotion,” he said, drawing loud cheers from cadre.
Projecting confidence, Vijay asserted, ‘We are the true representatives of Tamil Nadu. Whatever I say is being twisted and misrepresented. Even small children have begun to say that the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is an evil force.
‘They speak about a Tamil Nadu team and a Delhi team. Even in cricket, the Delhi team cannot match the Tamil Nadu team. Everyone knows the whistle is for the Chennai Super Kings. In the upcoming elections, the whistle will be for TVK”.
Vijay questioned the government’s recent rush to lay foundation stones, asking why major projects were being announced towards the end of its tenure. “If the government’s term is almost over, why lay foundation stones now?” he asked, suggesting that such moves were politically motivated rather than development-driven.
He also took aim at Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, alleging that claims of protecting and developing Tamil Nadu would not resonate with the people. According to Vijay, the gap between announcements and delivery had become evident to voters.
In a sharp swipe, he accused the ruling party of criticising Delhi in Chennai and then showing a white flag after raids, alleging inconsistency in its political stand.