AIADMK Takes Big Action, Removes 25 MLAs Who Backed Vijay During Floor Test

The leaders removed from organisational positions were among MLAs who had extended support to Vijay, triggering disciplinary action within the party.

By : Sagarika Chakraborty | Updated at : 13 May 2026 07:45 PM (IST)

AIADMK Takes Big Action, Removes 25 MLAs Who Backed Vijay During Floor Test AIADMK Takes Big Action, Removes 25 MLAs Who Backed Vijay During Floor Test

The development is expected to further sharpen political realignments in the state as parties recalibrate strategies ahead of upcoming electoral battles.

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Palaniswami removed senior AIADMK leaders from posts.
MLAs allegedly defied party during confidence vote.
New district secretaries appointed replacing removed leaders.

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has removed several senior leaders, including SP Velumani, C Ve Shanmugam and C Vijayabaskar, from their party posts.

The move follows reports that a section of MLAs had defied party directions during a floor test and extended support to actor-turned-politician Vijay.

MLAs Accused Of Backing Vijay During Vote

According to party sources, several MLAs who were earlier holding organisational responsibilities were found to have backed Vijay during the confidence motion in the Assembly.

The action is being seen as a disciplinary crackdown within the party after the alleged defiance during the crucial floor test.

EPS Replaces Party Posts, Appoints New Office-Bearers

Palaniswami has reportedly replaced party posts held by around 25 MLAs and appointed new district secretaries in their place.

Among those named in the action are rebel MLAs including Natham R Viswanathan, who are said to have voted in favour of the TVK government during the confidence motion held earlier in the day.

Political Ripples Within AIADMK

The sweeping organisational changes have intensified speculation about internal divisions within AIADMK and the growing political influence of Vijay’s entry into Tamil Nadu politics.

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The development is expected to further sharpen political realignments in the state as parties recalibrate strategies ahead of upcoming electoral battles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Edappadi K Palaniswami remove several senior leaders from their party posts?

Palaniswami removed leaders following reports that some MLAs defied party directions during a floor test and supported actor-turned-politician Vijay. This action is seen as a disciplinary crackdown.

Which senior leaders were removed from their AIADMK posts?

SP Velumani, C Ve Shanmugam, and C Vijayabaskar are among the senior leaders removed from their party posts by Edappadi K Palaniswami.

What was the reason for the alleged defiance by AIADMK MLAs during the floor test?

Party sources indicate that several MLAs, previously holding organizational responsibilities, reportedly backed Vijay during the Assembly's confidence motion, leading to the disciplinary action.

How many MLAs were affected by the organizational changes made by Palaniswami?

Around 25 MLAs reportedly had their party posts replaced, and new district secretaries were appointed in their stead by Edappadi K Palaniswami.

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