Veteran AIADMK leader Semmalai quits party
Veteran AIADMK leader S. Semmalai has resigned from the party, citing internal issues and a lack of direction following recent elections. He expressed concern over the party's weakening state and urged leaders to prioritize unity and strategic planning. Semmalai emphasized that the AIADMK must reconnect with its grassroots to regain strength and credibility.
- ▪S. Semmalai, a former Minister and strong supporter of Edappadi K. Palaniswami, quit the AIADMK on May 18, 2026.
- ▪He criticized the current leadership for failing to strengthen the party and for not addressing internal issues.
- ▪Semmalai called for a general council meeting to resolve disputes and improve the party's direction.
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In a big blow to former Chief Minister and AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami, veteran AIADMK leader and former Minister S. Semmalai quit the party on Monday (May 18, 2026).Speaking to reporters in Salem, Mr. Semmalai, considered a strong supporter of Mr. Palaniswami, said that what has been happening in the AIADMK after the recent Assembly elections has caused him pain. “People know how former Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa had protected this party. But now, the AIADMK has become weak and no one in the party cares enough to strengthen it.
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