Sat Sep 06 16:26:49 UTC 2025: **News Article Summary:**

**AMMK Quits NDA Citing Disrespect Towards O. Panneerselvam; Opens Door to New Alliances**

Madurai, India – September 6, 2025: In a press conference held in Madurai today, AMMK leader T.T.V. Dhinakaran announced his party’s exit from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), citing “persistent neglect” and disrespectful treatment of former AIADMK Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam by current Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagendran. Dhinakaran stated that this treatment, which ultimately led to Panneerselvam’s own departure from the NDA, was a key factor in the AMMK’s decision.

Dhinakaran praised former BJP State President K. Annamalai for his ability to manage the alliance smoothly, adding that his removal and replacement by Nagendran proved difficult to work with. While the party’s initial goal in joining the NDA was to support Narendra Modi’s bid for a third term as Prime Minister, the current state of affairs made their continued participation untenable.

Dhinakaran expressed admiration for AIADMK leader K.A. Sengottaiyan’s efforts to unify the various AIADMK factions. Looking ahead to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections, he stated that AMMK would be part of a winning coalition, with a decision on their alliance to be announced in December. Despite the current circumstances, Dhinakaran affirmed that the NDA remains AMMK’s preferred choice.

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