EPS elected AIADMK's interim general secretary, OPS expelled for 'anti party' activities | Top points
2 years, 5 months ago

EPS elected AIADMK's interim general secretary, OPS expelled for 'anti party' activities | Top points

India Today  

Putting an end to the dual-leadership model in the AIADMK, Edappadi K Palaniswami was elected as the interim General Secretary of the party on Monday. #UPDATE | AIADMK passes a resolution to remove O Paneerselvam from party's primary membership at E Palaniswami-led General Council meeting in Vanagaram, Tamil Nadu pic.twitter.com/vigbNP32df — ANI July 11, 2022 Responding to his expulsion, O Panneerselvam said he was elected as the Coordinator by "1.5 crore" party workers and that neither EPS nor another leader had the right to expel him. EPS AND OPS SUPPORTERS CLASH Ahead of the high court verdict, supporters of both factions were seen hurling stones at each other and damaging vehicles outside the party office in Chennai. Chennai, Tamil Nadu | A clash-like situation breaks out between supporters of AIADMK leaders E Palaniswami and O Panneerselvam near party headquarters ahead of the General Council meeting, today pic.twitter.com/rSW9LsQFJE — ANI July 11, 2022 The Tamil Nadu Revenue Department had sealed the party headquarters in the wake of the clashes. OPS in league with DMK government, claims EPS Edappadi K Palaniswami lashed out at 'rebel' leader O Panneerselvam accusing him and his supporters of storming the party HQ and taking away documents with the help of state police.

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EPS tries to fortify position in AIADMK as he marks centenary year of former CM Janaki
4 weeks, 1 day ago

EPS tries to fortify position in AIADMK as he marks centenary year of former CM Janaki

Hindustan Times  

An accidental chief minister Edappadi Palaniswami on Sunday celebrated the centenary year of another accidental chief minister S Janaki, who took the post in 1987 following the death of her husband and AIADMK’s founder MGR’s death, to become Tamil Nadu’s first woman chief minister but could hold on to the position only for 24 days. But, in AIADMK anyone who …

EPS dismisses all rumours of AIADMK-BJP reunion ahead of 2026 state polls
1 month, 1 week ago

EPS dismisses all rumours of AIADMK-BJP reunion ahead of 2026 state polls

India Today  

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami put an end to all speculations regarding his party reuniting with the Bharatiya Janata Party for an alliance. “From the time of the Lok Sabha elections, we have clearly said that we will not have an alliance with BJP,” EPS stated. Our aim is to remove the anti-people DMK.” The comment had led to speculation …

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami hints at reunion with BJP?
1 month, 1 week ago

AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami hints at reunion with BJP?

India Today  

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami hinted at the possibility of allying again with the BJP. He said his party will consider for alliance any party that aims to remove the anti-people DMK, and is ready to accept AIADMK’s lead. ‘WHO CRAWLED LIKE A COCKROACH.’ EPS recently questioned the ruling party naming welfare schemes after Kalaignar calling it misuse of …

AIADMK holds meet to discuss TN poll strategy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AIADMK holds meet to discuss TN poll strategy

Hindustan Times  

As the AIADMK looks to form a solid alliance to fight the 2026 assembly elections, the party’s general secretary and leader of opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami reportedly asked his functionaries and leaders to avoid criticising political parties other than the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam and Bharatiya Janata Party, leaders who attended the meeting on Wednesday said on condition of anonymity. AIADMK …

AIADMK meet passes resolution backing EPS
4 months, 1 week ago

AIADMK meet passes resolution backing EPS

Hindustan Times  

Chennai: Despite their loss in every election after 2016 and amidst a splinter, Tamil Nadu’s main opposition AIADMK on Friday resolved to stand by their general secretary and leader of opposition Edappadi Palaniswami. The executive committee meeting on Friday praised EPS for running the government successfully for over four years. “The Executive Committee resolves to stand by the decisions and …

No plans to reinstate OPS, says AIADMK
7 months ago

No plans to reinstate OPS, says AIADMK

Hindustan Times  

Chennai: Deputy Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, RB Udayakumar said there were no plans to reinstate expelled leader O Panneerselvam in All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam after the results of the Lok Sabha elections are announced on June 4. Palaniswami has been steadfast in his decision that he will not take back OPS, Sasikala and her …

Five ‘OPS’ in fray from Ramanathapuram LS seat
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Five ‘OPS’ in fray from Ramanathapuram LS seat

Hindustan Times  

In his fight for his political relevance after being expelled from the AIADMK, the big battle now for former chief minister O Panneerselvam is his own name. HT Image OPS is contesting as an Independent with his own symbol as a BJP-backed candidate from Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha constituency but a group of four others with the same name — O …

SC refuses to stay expulsion of O Panneerselvam, 3 others from AIADMK
11 months ago

SC refuses to stay expulsion of O Panneerselvam, 3 others from AIADMK

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Friday declined to stay the expulsion of former Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister O Panneerselvam and three others from the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagham during a general council meeting of the party in July 2022, saying the injunction at this stage will “lead to a huge chaos”. It granted three weeks to the AIADMK …

OPS expulsion from AIADMK: Madras HC refuses to interfere, sparks celebrations
1 year, 3 months ago

OPS expulsion from AIADMK: Madras HC refuses to interfere, sparks celebrations

Hindustan Times  

The Madras high court on Friday refused to interfere with the expulsion of former Tamil Nadu chief minister O Panneerselvam from Edappadi Palaniswami -led All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam. A bench of justices R Mahadevan and Mohammed Shaffiq dismissed appeals OPS and three of his supporters filed against a single judge bench’s refusal to interfere with the AIADMK general …

Expelled members can come back if they write apology letter to me: AIADMK chief
1 year, 5 months ago

Expelled members can come back if they write apology letter to me: AIADMK chief

India Today  

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami issued a statement on Tuesday saying party members who were expelled for acting against the party's values and objectives can come back if they realise their mistakes and tender an apology. Palaniswami said such practice has been followed since the time of party founder MG Ramachandran and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and party …

Edappadi Palaniswami declared AIADMK general secretary
1 year, 8 months ago

Edappadi Palaniswami declared AIADMK general secretary

The Hindu  

Moments after the Madras High Court dismissed the interim applications filed by former AIADMK coordinator O. Panneerselvam and a few of his colleagues against the resolutions of the July 11, 2022 general council meeting and the consequent general secretary election, Leader of Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami was declared elected as the party’s general secretary. D. Jayakumar, organisation secretary and former …

Madras HC rejects OPS plea, verdict paves way for Palaniswami as AIADMK boss
1 year, 8 months ago

Madras HC rejects OPS plea, verdict paves way for Palaniswami as AIADMK boss

Hindustan Times  

The Madras high court on Tuesday rejected interim applications by expelled All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader O Paneerselvam and others against the party's general secretary election. The verdict paves way for former Tamil Nadu chief minister Edapaddi Palaniswami elevation as the undisputed general secretary of the party founded by MG Ramachandran. On February 23, the Supreme Court had …

Big win for Edappadi Palaniswami at Madras High Court; Panneerselvam suffers jolt
1 year, 8 months ago

Big win for Edappadi Palaniswami at Madras High Court; Panneerselvam suffers jolt

The Hindu  

The Madras High Court on Tuesday rejected all interim applications filed by AIADMK expelled leaders O. Panneerselvam, P.H. Justice K. Kumaresh Babu held the July 11 resolutions which abolished the posts of Coordinator and Joint Coordinator, revived the post of general secretary to be elected by primary members and appointed Mr. Palaniswami as interim general secretary till the conduct of …

Erode (East) bypoll | Panneerselvam blames Palaniswami for AIADMK’s defeat
1 year, 9 months ago

Erode (East) bypoll | Panneerselvam blames Palaniswami for AIADMK’s defeat

The Hindu  

The AIADMK’s deposed coordinator, O. Panneerselvam, on Friday attributed the defeat of the party in the Erode by-election to interim general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami. In a statement, Mr. Panneerselvam said even though his camp had remained calm during the process of selection of the party’s candidate for the sake of the victory of the organisation, the AIADMK’s “severe drubbing” …

Erode-East Bypoll: Panneerselvam blames Palaniswami for AIADMK's loss
1 year, 9 months ago

Erode-East Bypoll: Panneerselvam blames Palaniswami for AIADMK's loss

Hindustan Times  

Deposed AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam on Friday launched a scathing attack on the party's interim chief K Palaniswami for the Erode East bypoll loss, calling him a "traitor", who was heading an "authoritarian" group. Further, Palaniswami also failed to capitalise on the "heavy public discontent" against the ruling DMK and worse so, the party has suffered an "unprecedented defeat," he …

‘Murder of democracy’: AIADMK on alleged violation of poll code by DMK in Erode
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Murder of democracy’: AIADMK on alleged violation of poll code by DMK in Erode

Hindustan Times  

AIADMK interim general secretary K Palaniswami on Friday accused the ruling DMK of 'murdering democracy' by 'violating' the model code of conduct in the Erode East Assembly segment ahead of the by-election on February 27. Erode East bypoll: AIADMK interim general secretary K Palaniswami. Congress leader E V K S Elangovan is pitted against AIADMK's K S Thennarasu while actor …

Supreme Court verdict gives EPS faction virtual control of AIADMK ahead of Erode East byelection
1 year, 10 months ago

Supreme Court verdict gives EPS faction virtual control of AIADMK ahead of Erode East byelection

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 23, 2023 15:13 IST A Supreme Court order on February 23 endorsing that the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam general council of July 11, 2022, was valid effectively gave the control of the party to former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami. The order comes just a few weeks after the Supreme Court ruled that the former …

SC upholds HC order allowing EPS to remain AIADMK’s interim general secretary
1 year, 10 months ago

SC upholds HC order allowing EPS to remain AIADMK’s interim general secretary

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the Madras high court’s September 2 order that allowed former Tamil Nadu chief minister E Palaniswami, popularly known as EPS, to remain All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam interim general secretary. On July 11, AIADMK’s general council, the party’s highest decision-making body, named EPS the sole leader of the party and removed OPS from …

EPS vs OPS: SC allows E Palaniswami to continue as general secretary of AIADMK
1 year, 10 months ago

EPS vs OPS: SC allows E Palaniswami to continue as general secretary of AIADMK

Live Mint  

The Supreme Court today upheld the order of the Madras High Court which allowed Edappadi Palaniswami to continue as the interim general secretary of the AIADMK. Supreme Court affirmed the order passed by a division bench of the Madras High Court on September 2,” said Balaji Srinivasan, Lawyer of EPS faction on SC allowing EPS to continue as AIADMK Interim …

Jolt to OPS as Palaniswami Remains AIADMK's 'Sole Leader' as Supreme Court Upholds HC Order
1 year, 10 months ago

Jolt to OPS as Palaniswami Remains AIADMK's 'Sole Leader' as Supreme Court Upholds HC Order

News 18  

In a major setback to O Panneerselvam, the Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the order of the Madras High Court restoring former chief minister E Palaniswami as AIADMK’s single leader. Palaniswami, or EPS, was elected as AIADMK’s interim general secretary, in the general council meeting last year after the high court had rejected a plea by Paneerselvam, or OPS, to …

Jayalalitha is permanent general secretary of AIADMK after MGR\'s demise: Paneerselvam
1 year, 10 months ago

Jayalalitha is permanent general secretary of AIADMK after MGR\'s demise: Paneerselvam

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: AIMIM leader O Paneerselvam on Monday attacked the Edapaddi K Palaniswami faction, accusing them of betraying party regulations. Addressing an event on Monday, OPS said, "After MGRs demise, our leader Jayalalithaa was the permanent general Secretary of the AIADMK. Earlier, the Supreme Court ordered the AIADMK General Council to pass a resolution on the party's candidate in the upcoming …

DMK, AIADMK leaders trade 'manly' barbs as battle for Erode East bypoll heats up
1 year, 10 months ago

DMK, AIADMK leaders trade 'manly' barbs as battle for Erode East bypoll heats up

India Today  

With less than two weeks to go for the Erode Assembly bypoll, the ruling DMK and opposition AIADMK have upped the heat on each other. Last week, AIADMK interim general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, or EPS, accused the DMK of holding voters inside camps and not allowing them to meet AIADMK functionaries. Responding to Palaniswami's remark, state Sports Minister Udhayanidhi …

OPS asserts right to use AIADMK name, seal and address
1 year, 11 months ago

OPS asserts right to use AIADMK name, seal and address

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Deputy Leader of the Opposition, O Panneerselvam, asserted his right to use the AIADMK’s name, seal and address, claiming to have been the lawfully elected coordinator of the party, treasurer and primary member and accused Leader of the Opposition Edapaddi K Palaniswai of masquerading as interim general secretary without any authority. In a reply to a legal notice, Panneerselvam’s …

Tamil Nadu Tussle: AIADMK Faction Fight Intensifies as EPS And OPS Lock Horns over 'B-team' Barb
2 years, 2 months ago

Tamil Nadu Tussle: AIADMK Faction Fight Intensifies as EPS And OPS Lock Horns over 'B-team' Barb

News 18  

The latest feud between the AIADMK’s Edappadi Palaniswami and O Panneerselvam is now a familiar affair in Tamil Nadu’s political sphere. The EPS faction had hoped that the Speaker would agree to All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam ’s RB Udhayakumar replacing OPS as the next deputy leader of the opposition. Earlier, Panneerselvam said that he and his supporters will …

AIADMK dist secretaries meet on Monday
2 years, 2 months ago

AIADMK dist secretaries meet on Monday

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: A meeting of AIADMK MLAs and District Secretaries has been called for Monday, October 10, to discuss among other things the celebrations to be organized to commemorate the founding of the party on October 17. Interim General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami would preside over the meeting, in the presence of party presidium chairman Tamilmagan Hussain, and discuss the arrangements …

SC issues notice on plea by AIADMK's Panneerselvam challenging Madras HC order favouring EPS
2 years, 2 months ago

SC issues notice on plea by AIADMK's Panneerselvam challenging Madras HC order favouring EPS

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to a petition filed by All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam leader and former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Paneerselvam challenging the Madras High Court's direction which allowed Edappadi Palaniswami to continue as the interim general secretary. OPS has approached the Supreme Court against the September 2 order passed by a division …

EPS meets Amit Shah, raises speculation of BJP\'s support
2 years, 3 months ago

EPS meets Amit Shah, raises speculation of BJP\'s support

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah at New Delhi on Tuesday and discussed a variety of issues relating to the states though it was termed as a ‘courtesy call’ devoid of any political talk. Palaniswami, who had left for New Delhi on Monday, returned after the meeting with Shah, which is …

O Panneerselvam is like a chameleon, cannot be taken back in AIADMK, says Palaniswami
2 years, 3 months ago

O Panneerselvam is like a chameleon, cannot be taken back in AIADMK, says Palaniswami

Firstpost  

“OPS had led the violence at party HQ, how can the party cadre accept his return to the party? New Delhi: Days after Madras High Court approved his elevation as AIADMK’s interim general secretary, Edappadi K Palaniswami on Thursday termed his rival O Panneerselvam as “chameleon” and accused him of betraying the party. OPS is like a chameleon: AIADMK interim …

AIADMK leader Palaniswami slams Panneerselvam for turning cosy towards Sasikala's camp
2 years, 3 months ago

AIADMK leader Palaniswami slams Panneerselvam for turning cosy towards Sasikala's camp

India Today  

Edappadi Palaniswami, slammed O Panneerselvam for turning cosy towards expelled AIADMK leader Sasikala’s camp. OPS had extended an olive branch towards TTV Dhinakaran and Sasikala, which EPS dismissed as his own interest and not that of the cadres. Even though we were the ones who were severely damaged, we are ready to forgive, to wade off evil forces from Tamil …

AIADMK leadership issue: Hearing on EPS\' appeals adjourned to Aug 25
2 years, 4 months ago

AIADMK leadership issue: Hearing on EPS\' appeals adjourned to Aug 25

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: A division bench of the Madras High Court on Tuesday adjourned till August 25, the hearing on the appeals from AIADMK joint coordinator K Palaniswami challenging the orders of a single judge, which nullified the party's general council meeting held on July 11 this year and ordered maintenance of status-quo ante as of June 23, 2022. The meeting of …

Madras HC orders status quo ante on OPS expulsion, EPS elevation
2 years, 4 months ago

Madras HC orders status quo ante on OPS expulsion, EPS elevation

Hindustan Times  

The Madras high court ruled in favour of O Panneerselvam on Wednesday, turning the clock back to the position before the June 23 meeting of the All India Anna Dravid Munnetra Kazhagam’s general council meeting, which set the stage for the July 11 meeting of the council in which he was expelled and Edappadi Palaniswami was made interim general secretary. …

AIADMK row: Supreme Court asks Madras HC to decide OPS faction plea against party meet
2 years, 4 months ago

AIADMK row: Supreme Court asks Madras HC to decide OPS faction plea against party meet

Firstpost  

A bench headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana asked rival OPS and Edappadi Palaniswamy factions of the AIADMK to maintain status quo with regard to the affairs of the party New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Madras High Court to adjudicate upon in three weeks the pleas filed by O Panneerselvam and others against the 11 …

Edappadi K Palaniswami expels 18 members, including O Panneerselvam’s sons
2 years, 5 months ago

Edappadi K Palaniswami expels 18 members, including O Panneerselvam’s sons

Live Mint  

The All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam interim chief Edappadi K Palaniswami expelled 18 O Panneerselvam supporters from the primary membership of the party. On Thursday, the AIADMK interim general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami expelled 18 members of the party including the sons of O Panneerselvam from the primary membership. Meanwhile on Thursday, reacting to AIADMK expelling Theni Lok Sabha …

Expulsion game continues in AIADMK as EPS sacks rival faction leaders
2 years, 5 months ago

Expulsion game continues in AIADMK as EPS sacks rival faction leaders

India Today  

A few hours after ousted AIADMK leader O Panneerselvam 'expelled' 44 partymen supporting interim general secretary E Palaniswami, EPS hit back on Friday by sacking 21 rival faction leaders. Ravindhranath, AIADMK's Lok Sabha MP from Theni constituency, and Jayapradeep, both of whom are sons of OPS and a former Minister, Vellamandi N Natarajan, were expelled. The AIADMK General Council, the …

Palaniswami cracks whip, expels Panneerselvam's sons from AIADMK
2 years, 5 months ago

Palaniswami cracks whip, expels Panneerselvam's sons from AIADMK

Hindustan Times  

AIADMK interim general secretary K Palaniswami on Thursday expelled O Panneerselvam's sons, and 16 other supporters of the ousted leader, from the party. Raveendranath, the party's Lok Sabha member from Theni constituency, and Jeyapradeep, both sons of Panneerselvam and a former Minister, Vellamandi N Natarajan were expelled. Former MLA from Chennai VNP Venkatraman, SA Asokan, Kanyakumari east party district secretary, …

Days after sacking Panneerselvam, AIADMK expels his son, others
2 years, 5 months ago

Days after sacking Panneerselvam, AIADMK expels his son, others

India Today  

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam interim general secretary E Palaniswami, days after sacking senior leader O Panneerselvam, has removed all his supporters from the party. The AIADMK on Monday elected EPS as its interim general secretary and also expelled OPS from the party's primary membership for allegedly acting against its interests. READ | EPS elected AIADMK's interim general secretary, …

Days after expelling Panneerselvam, AIADMK expels his sons, 16 others
2 years, 5 months ago

Days after expelling Panneerselvam, AIADMK expels his sons, 16 others

Live Mint  

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam interim chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Thursday expelled leader O Panneerselvam's sons, 16 of his supporters from the party. The development came a few days after O Panneerselvam, popularly known as OPS, was expelled from the AIADMK allegedly for “anti-party” activities at an AIADMK General Council meeting in which former CM Palaniswami was appointed …

AIADMK headquarters in Chennai sealed following clash between party members
2 years, 5 months ago

AIADMK headquarters in Chennai sealed following clash between party members

India TV News  

Highlights O Paneerselvam was expelled for "anti-party" activities Along with OPS, his supporters were also expelled from the AIADMK The resolutions were passed after the Madras High Court dismissed a petition by OPS AIADMK headquarters sealed: The Tamil Nadu government on Monday sealed the AIADMK party headquarters in Chennai following clashes between party members. Image Source : PTIChennai: AIADMK office …

Sasikala On AIADMK: EPS' Appointment As AIADMK General Secretary Invalid, Says VK Sasikala
2 years, 5 months ago

Sasikala On AIADMK: EPS' Appointment As AIADMK General Secretary Invalid, Says VK Sasikala

ABP News  

New Delhi: After former Tamil Nadu CM and AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami was elected General Secretary in the party's General Council meeting, which has witnessed violent protests between OPS and EPS factions, on Monday, former General Secretary VK Sasikala condemned the decision by saying EPS cannot dismiss Panneerselvam when his new posting is invalid. "I consider the AIADMK general council …

AIADMK tussle: OPS took away party belongings from office with police support, claims EPS
2 years, 5 months ago

AIADMK tussle: OPS took away party belongings from office with police support, claims EPS

India Today  

Edappadi K Palaniswami, AIADMK's newly-appointed interim general secretary, lashed out at 'rebel' leader O Panneerselvam accusing him and his supporters of storming the party HQ and taking away documents with the help of state police. In a press conference after taking control of AIADMK, EPS said, "Senior leaders had alerted police officials about a suspected attack by anti-social elements. "OPS …

EPS takes over AIADMK reins, expelled OPS threatens legal action: 10 points
2 years, 5 months ago

EPS takes over AIADMK reins, expelled OPS threatens legal action: 10 points

Live Mint  

In a crucial All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam General Council meeting, former Tamil Nadu Deputy CM O Paneerselvam was expelled for "anti-party" activities on Monday, while former CM Edappadi Palaniswami was appointed the party's interim General Secretary -- a move Sasikala has described as "invalid". The development follows Madras High Court allowing Tamil Nadu's main opposition party to hold …

O. Panneerselvam expelled from AIADMK; government seals party headquarters
2 years, 5 months ago

O. Panneerselvam expelled from AIADMK; government seals party headquarters

The Hindu  

Published : Jul 11, 2022 17:03 IST In a day of fast-paced developments in the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, the party’s general council elected former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami as interim general secretary, expelled another former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam from the party, and the local Revenue Divisional Officer sealed the party headquarters after a pitched battle …

Palaniswami elected AIADMK interim general secretary; Panneerselvam expelled
2 years, 5 months ago

Palaniswami elected AIADMK interim general secretary; Panneerselvam expelled

The Hindu  

Vanagaram near Chennai, which played host five years ago to a unity meet of two camps of the AIADMK, on Monday witnessed the expulsion of O. Panneerselvam, three-time Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, till recently coordinator and treasurer, from the party, and the election of Edappadi K. Palaniswami as interim general secretary. This led to the Revenue authorities sealing the party …

'OPS in League With DMK', New AIADMK Boss EPS Alleges After Rival Expelled
2 years, 5 months ago

'OPS in League With DMK', New AIADMK Boss EPS Alleges After Rival Expelled

News 18  

AIADMK interim General Secretary E Palaniswamy launched an attack on rival O Panneerselvam on Monday after the latter was ousted from the party. The statement comes after the AIADMK general council on Monday passed a unanimous resolution expelling treasurer O Panneerselvam from the primary membership of the party for anti-party activities. “Anyone can be the General Secretary,” Palaniswamy said adding …

AIADMK’s dual leadership scrapped, Palaniswami named interim general secretary
2 years, 5 months ago

AIADMK’s dual leadership scrapped, Palaniswami named interim general secretary

Hindustan Times  

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam ’s General Council on Monday named Edappadi K Palaniswami as its interim general secretary, ending the dual leadership model in Tamil Nadu’s main opposition party. The council abolished Panneerselvam and Palaniswami’s posts of coordinator and joint coordinator, which were created after late former chief minister Jayalalithaa’s death in December 2016, citing difficulty in decision-making …

AIADMK factional feud | In a tit for tat, O. Panneerselvam ‘expels’ Edappadi Palaniswami
2 years, 5 months ago

AIADMK factional feud | In a tit for tat, O. Panneerselvam ‘expels’ Edappadi Palaniswami

The Hindu  

Minutes after the AIADMK general council adopted a resolution expelling former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam and three of his supporters from the party, Mr. Panneerselvam announced that he was expelling AIADMK leaders Edappadi K. Palaniswami and K. P. Munusamy from the primary membership of the party. He claimed he was the coordinator of the AIADMK, who was elected by 1.5 …

As EPS takes charge of AIADMK, OPS expelled from party posts, gives legal threat
2 years, 5 months ago

As EPS takes charge of AIADMK, OPS expelled from party posts, gives legal threat

Hindustan Times  

Former Tamil Nadu deputy chief minister O Paneerselvam was on Monday expelled from all party posts, this after Edappadi Palaniswamy took control of the party as its interim general secretary. Senior leaders and OPS supporters-JCD Prabhakar, R Vaithilingam and PH Manoj Pandian also expelled from the AIADMK. Hours ago, the AIADMK general council meet declared E Palaniswamy, also known as …

Edappadi Palaniswami elected AIADMK interim general secretary after the Madras High Court refuses to interfere in ‘internal affairs’ of the party; O. Panneerselvam and supporters forcefully occupy par
2 years, 5 months ago

Edappadi Palaniswami elected AIADMK interim general secretary after the Madras High Court refuses to interfere in ‘internal affairs’ of the party; O. Panneerselvam and supporters forcefully occupy par

The Hindu  

Published : Jul 11, 2022 11:32 IST The tussle between former All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam Chief Ministers Edappadi K. Palaniswami and O. Pannerselvam reached a point of no return on July 11 after EPS was elected the interim general secretary of the party at a specially convened general council meeting. The general council meeting was facilitated by a …

AIADMK meet picks Palaniswami as its supreme leader, expels Panneerselvam
2 years, 5 months ago

AIADMK meet picks Palaniswami as its supreme leader, expels Panneerselvam

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: On expected lines, Tamil Nadu's principal opposition party, the AIADMK on Monday elected Edappady K Palaniswami as its Interim General Secretary and vested in him full powers to helm the organisation. In its Executive Committee and General Council meeting held here, the AIADMK expelled rival leader O Panneerselvam from the party's primary membership and his post of treasurer but …

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