However, the event’s approval remains uncertain due to recent restrictions imposed by the Madras High Court on roadshows and rallies following a tragic stampede at actor Vijay’s roadshow in Karur on September 27, which resulted in 41 fatalities.
The yatra aims to cover all 234 Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu, commencing with key southern districts including Madurai, Theni, Virudhunagar, Tirunelveli, and Kanniyakumari. Subsequent phases will extend into central and western regions such as Tiruchirappalli, Karur, and Coimbatore. The campaign is designed to bolster the BJP’s grassroots presence through mass interactions, public meetings, and outreach programs targeting youth, women, and first-time voters.
Despite the ambitious plans, recent events have raised concerns about the feasibility of such large-scale public gatherings. Authorities had previously denied AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami permission for road rallies in Namakkal district, citing safety concerns. This precedent casts doubt on whether the BJP’s proposed yatra will receive the necessary permissions to proceed as planned.
In light of these developments, the BJP’s state core committee convened a crucial meeting at Kamalalayam, the party headquarters in Chennai. The session, chaired by newly appointed Tamil Nadu election in-charge Baijayant Panda and co-incharge Murlidhar Mohol, alongside state president Nainar Nagenthran, focused on strategizing for the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections. The outcome of this meeting is expected to influence the party’s approach to the yatra and other campaign activities in the state.