Political activity in Tamil Nadu has intensified as the BJP gears up for the 2026 Assembly elections. A crucial meeting is underway in Chennai today, where Union Home Minister Amit Shah is strategizing with top BJP officials from the state.
Amit Shah Tamil Nadu visit: Tamil Nadu's political landscape is once again abuzz. Union Home Minister Amit Shah's fifth visit to the state in the last two months signals a renewed push for BJP's Mission Tamil Nadu. This visit, keeping the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections in mind, is considered crucial for the NDA's restructuring and building a b coalition against the DMK.
Annamalai's Departure Certain?
The BJP is poised to make significant changes to its strategy. Sources suggest that the removal of K. Annamalai, the state unit chief, is almost certain. The AIADMK, which severed ties with the BJP before the Lok Sabha elections, views Annamalai as a major hurdle to a coalition. The party is currently accepting nominations for a new state president, with an announcement expected by tomorrow.
Nainar Nagendran, a former AIADMK leader and current BJP Legislature Party leader, is the frontrunner. The AIADMK also has no objections to him, strengthening his chances of selection.
Series of Intensive Meetings in Chennai
Amit Shah will meet senior BJP leaders, strategists, and influential figures like RSS ideologue S. Gurumurthy in Chennai today. The BJP now aims to forge an inclusive alliance in Tamil Nadu, rather than contesting alone, to effectively challenge the DMK-Congress coalition. The Tamil superstar Thalapati Vijay's party, NTK (Naam Tamilar Katchi), could be a key player in this equation.
Vijay has recently clarified his stance against the DMK, prompting Amit Shah's team to focus on his party. If the NTK joins the NDA, it could significantly boost the alliance's appeal among young and urban voters.
Will the Power Equation Change in Tamil Nadu in 2026?
The ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu is currently embroiled in controversies surrounding corruption allegations and an anti-Hindi campaign. The BJP intends to use these issues to corner the DMK. The DMK is attempting to frame the election as a "Chennai versus Delhi" battle, but the BJP is strategizing to counter this emotional narrative with local alliances and social equations.
Amit Shah has already declared in Parliament that the NDA will form the government in Tamil Nadu in 2026. This current visit is part of that roadmap. If the BJP successfully manages to balance alliances with the AIADMK, NTK, and other regional parties, the dream of a change in power in the state seems more realistic than ever.
