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On January 4th, 2026, Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, addressed BJP workers in Puducherry, expressing strong confidence in the NDA’s prospects in the upcoming 2026 Assembly election. He highlighted the NDA’s increased vote share in the 2021 election, criticized the DMK-Congress alliance in Tamil Nadu for corruption and divisive politics, and emphasized the NDA’s commitment to Tamil culture and the progress India has made under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. He urged party workers to focus on grassroots engagement and communicate the Union Government’s support for Puducherry. He was joined by Home Minister A. Namassivayam, and State BJP president V.P. Ramalingame.
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NDA Poised for Victory in 2026 Puducherry Elections, Claims Union Minister Reddy
Puducherry, January 5, 2026 – Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, confidently predicted a significant increase in vote share and seat count for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in the upcoming 2026 Puducherry Assembly elections. Addressing a gathering of BJP workers on Sunday, Mr. Reddy highlighted the party’s growth in the 2021 elections, where it secured six seats and became a vital part of the government. He asserted that Puducherry voters would favor the “double-engine” governance of the NDA.
Mr. Reddy launched a scathing attack on the DMK-Congress alliance in neighboring Tamil Nadu, accusing them of corruption, promoting family politics, and fostering divisive ideologies. He contrasted this with the NDA’s commitment to respecting Tamil culture and way of life.
“This is not a political calculation but genuine love for the Tamil makkal of Puducherry,” Mr. Reddy emphasized.
The Minister stressed the importance of grassroots engagement, urging party workers to connect with voters at the booth level and inform them about the Union Government’s support for the Union Territory. He also touted Prime Minister Modi’s economic policies, stating that they had transformed India into the fourth-largest economy in the world, attracting substantial Foreign Direct Investment.
“We need 100% dedication and commitment of each BJP worker and they should focus on all sections of the people,” said Reddy.
Mr. Reddy expressed confidence in the NDA’s victory in the 2026 Assembly election. Home Minister A. Namassivayam, and State BJP president V.P. Ramalingame were also present at the meeting.
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