Political circles in Tamil Nadu are abuzz with speculation that a fresh alliance realignment could take shape in August, as both the DMK and the DVEK camp are seen showing interest in improving ties with the BJP.
According to the report, after the Assembly election, several parties that were part of the DMK-led alliance—Congress, VCK, CPI(M), CPI, and the Muslim League—have moved out and extended support to the DVEK government. Except for the two Communist parties, the others are said to have also joined the DVEK cabinet. The MDMK is expected to announce its decision to exit the DMK alliance.
The DVEK government is described as needing the Centre’s full backing to deliver on election promises, and Chief Minister Vijay has stated that his government will not adopt a confrontational approach with the Union government. In this context, an August 4 book release event in Delhi—featuring a compilation of MDMK general secretary Vaiko’s Parliament speeches—is being viewed as a possible platform for closer BJP–DVEK engagement, with Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan slated to release the book and Vijay to receive it.
On the DMK side, the party is said to be under pressure to rebuild its alliance after partners left, and is reportedly keen to avoid antagonising the Centre, especially as some former DMK ministers are said to be under the scrutiny of central investigative agencies. The report also points to an August 10 Kamarajar birth anniversary event in Chennai’s Nandanam, organised by former DMK minister Anita Radhakrishnan on behalf of Nadar community organisations, where Union Minister Amit Shah, DMK leader Stalin and NTK chief coordinator Seeman are said to share the stage.
With these post-election political events lined up back-to-back, the report says August could become a key month for possible new alignments in the state.
