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DMK opposes horse trading in politics, asserts Regupathy on Thursday

Former Minister S. Regupathy from DMK took aim at Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, accusing them of engaging in horse trading to secure a legislative majority. He stressed that DMK, led by M.K. Stalin, is dedicated to upholding democratic principles despite the current political tensions in Tamil Nadu.

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Jul 2, 2026 · 1 min read · 5 views
DMK opposes horse trading in politics, asserts Regupathy on Thursday

Key Takeaways

  • •S. Regupathy criticized the TVK for horse trading to gain a legislative majority shortly after taking power.
  • •Four AIADMK MLAs resigned and joined the TVK, raising governance legitimacy concerns.
  • •Regupathy denied DMK's involvement in attempts to lure TVK MLAs with offers of up to ₹50 crore.
  • •M.K. Stalin has consistently rejected any collaboration with the AIADMK for government formation.
  • •The political tensions in Tamil Nadu reflect a complex landscape of accusations and counterclaims among parties.

Former Minister S. Regupathy of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) slammed political tactics aimed at seizing power unethically. Speaking Thursday to reporters in Pudukottai,he stressed DMK's commitment to democratic values,acting as a constructive opposition under M.K. Stalin,the party's chief .

He accused ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK),led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay,of horse trading to clinch a simple majority in the assembly. Right after TVK took power,four AIADMK MLAs resigned,joining TVK. Raises questions about governance legitimacy.

In response to R. Nirmalkumar,Minister for Energy Resources and Law,who alleged DMK tried to lure TVK MLAs with offers of up to ₹50 crore to topple government,Regupathy denied it. He insisted DMK never engaged in horse trading,with Stalin consistently rejecting any alliance with AIADMK for forming government.

Regupathy's comments highlight ongoing tensions in Tamil Nadu politics,as parties trade accusations and counterclaims…

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