Annamalai accuses Senthil Balaji Coimbatore election proxy candidates controversy 2026

Annamalai Alleges DMK’s Senthil Balaji Used ‘Proxy Candidates’ Strategy in Coimbatore Election Battle

In a sharp political attack ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, K. Annamalai accused DMK leader V. Senthil Balaji of orchestrating a controversial election strategy in Coimbatore. Addressing the media, Annamalai alleged that several independent candidates from Karur—Balaji’s political stronghold—were fielded strategically in the Coimbatore South constituency. According to him, this move was intended to influence voter perception and disrupt the electoral process in a key battleground seat.

The BJP leader further claimed that such tactics could create confusion among voters and undermine fair competition during the elections. He also criticized the ruling DMK, suggesting internal dissatisfaction within the party could impact Balaji’s prospects. The allegations have intensified political tensions in Coimbatore, where multiple candidates and complex electoral dynamics are already shaping a closely watched contest in the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections.

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