Overview
- On January 9, TNCC president K. Selvaperunthagai ordered party members to stop public comments on alliances until an official decision is announced.
- He said negotiations are being conducted only with the DMK through a five-member committee led by Girish Chodankar, with no talks held with Vijay’s TVK.
- The TNCC affirmed that alliance choices will be decided by the leadership and formally communicated, and it cautioned cadres against statements or banners on seat-sharing.
- Selvaperunthagai reiterated there is no threat to the DMK–Congress partnership, as seat-sharing discussions continue in consultation with the AICC.
- He framed the gag as protecting INDIA bloc unity and alleged the BJP seeks leverage in Tamil Nadu through misuse of central agencies, while recent comments elevating Vijay intensified speculation.