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PMK Founder Ramadoss Rejects December 29 Meet, Claims Overwhelming Backing

The father–son power struggle threatens to split a Vanniyar-backed party ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.

Overview

  • Dr. S. Ramadoss said 99 percent of PMK members support him in the party's leadership dispute.
  • He asserted that Anbumani Ramadoss is no longer a PMK member, claiming he has already expelled him.
  • He dismissed reports of a December 29 general council meeting as baseless and said Anbumani has no authority to call it.
  • Ramadoss made the remarks in Thailapuram near Tindivanam during a tribute event for social reformer Periyar.
  • The feud has produced rival factions and competing claims, drawing scrutiny because of the PMK's influence among Vanniyar voters ahead of 2026.