Overview

• Speaking to reporters in Chennai on September 21, the Makkal Needhi Maiam chief said large turnouts do not fully convert into ballots.
• Pressed on Vijay’s events, he said the same rule applies to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam leader as it does to any politician, including himself.
• He advised Vijay to go on the right path, proceed with courage, and do good for the people.
• As parties including the DMK questioned whether Vijay’s crowds will translate into votes, Vijay challenged that view at his September 20 Tiruvarur rally and drew loud chants after asking if it was an “empty gathering.”
• At the same event, Vijay affirmed TVK’s goal of ushering in a “true democracy, one that has a conscience,” and the remarks were reported on September 22 via PTI agency copy.