Edappadi K Palaniswami, the general secretary of AIADMK, voiced his accusation on Monday, suggesting that the BJP had attempted to fracture his party's unity, although these endeavors were effectively thwarted.
Formerly aligned with the AIADMK, the BJP was accused of orchestrating a campaign of misinformation aimed at creating discord within the AIADMK ranks, employing a strategy reminiscent of "divide and rule."
In a missive addressed to party members ahead of the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections scheduled for April 19, Palaniswami underscored the resilience displayed by the AIADMK since its establishment in 1972.
He metaphorically likened the process of purging undesirable elements within the AIADMK to weeding a field, asserting that the party now stands prepared for fruitful endeavors. This could be interpreted as a veiled reference to the expulsion of O Panneerselvam and his supporters.
Palaniswami lamented the BJP's descent into divisive tactics, characterizing their actions as a smear campaign disguised as a dedicated election effort.
Despite facing various attempts to sow discord within the party, Palaniswami asserted that the AIADMK remains united and resilient in the face of adversity. He evoked the party's long history, citing instances of challenges and triumphs since its inception, implying that the current challenges are but another hurdle to overcome.
Palaniswami criticized the BJP for disregarding the efforts and dedication of AIADMK workers, accusing them of promoting new leaders to provoke dissent within the party ranks.
He advocated for delivering a resounding message to such provocateurs through electoral success, without explicitly naming any individuals.
Palaniswami expressed skepticism towards election surveys, dismissing them as an imposition of biased perspectives. Instead, he urged party members to focus on the palpable groundswell of support and work diligently towards victory in the upcoming elections.
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