Vijay Sees ‘Silent Revolution’

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Saturday asserted that his party’s campaign is gaining momentum through a grassroots “people’s movement” across Tamil Nadu, even as he accused the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) of attempting to obstruct its outreach.

In a post on X, Vijay said TVK was not relying solely on traditional roadshows or public meetings, but was witnessing widespread support at the household level.

Describing the ongoing political developments as “election-time drama,” he cautioned voters to remain vigilant against diversionary tactics, which he said were common during poll seasons.

The actor-politician alleged that the DMK was trying to create confusion among the electorate through multiple means, including the circulation of misleading information.

He also claimed that campaign permissions for TVK candidates were being delayed, restricted, or even denied at the last moment, affecting the party’s ability to organise events and reach voters effectively.

“Although granting permission for election campaigning falls under the purview of the Election Commission of India, there is continued pressure being exerted through certain officials,” Vijay alleged, suggesting administrative interference in the campaign process.

He further accused sections of the media of publishing “fabricated reports” about cancellations and denials of permissions related to TVK programmes, which, he said, added to the confusion among the public.

Invoking the legacy of social reformers such as Periyar E. V. Ramasamy, K. Kamaraj, and C. N. Annadurai, Vijay said the ideals of secularism, social justice, and communal harmony had deep roots in Tamil Nadu.

He asserted that “fascist forces” would not find space in the State’s political landscape.

Adopting a combative tone, Vijay said “seasoned political gamblers” driven by arrogance believed they could halt TVK’s rise, but underestimated the people’s resolve. He described the current public sentiment as a “silent revolution” building across the State.

“This game will last only until April 21. On April 23, not just corrupt forces but also fascist forces will fall in a storm of whistles,” he said, referring to the party’s election symbol and signalling confidence ahead of polling day.

The TVK chief’s remarks come amid an intensifying campaign phase in Tamil Nadu, with parties stepping up their outreach efforts in the run-up to the Assembly elections scheduled later this month.