Why sasikala out

A journalist who is also closely associated with her team told TNM that this seems to be an individual decision made by Sasikala. With Sasikala deciding to stay away from politics, at least for now, many believe that this will pave the way for AMMK to join AIADMK alliance, since Sasikala who was convicted on corruption charges was cited as the main roadblock.

However, TTV Dinakaran disagrees. Sasikala may have stepped aside for now, however, if the AIADMK does not manage to win the April 6 elections, she can always make a bid for the party then. Many of those who dismiss her today may even queue up to make 'Chinnamma' their leader.

Now, according to her close aides and relatives, who held negotiations with various political camps ahead of her release, there are only a few options left for Sasikala. There are many senior leaders in the AIADMK who are supporting this idea, but are yet to make public statements in this regard. There are reasons for both parties to make this happen: the plan could help AMMK survive and maybe reenter the party eventually; and for the AIADMK, it could better their chances in the upcoming Assembly elections at a time when DMK seems to have an edge as a powerful opposition with strong allies.

Any conflicts or disputes over seat-sharing in the DMK alliance also might help this third front gain more allies. Neither Palaniswami nor Panneerselvam have absolute control over the party. Know what's behind the apparent and what doesn't show. Your journey into the myriad shades of truth with Outlook. Have you seen how crackers are being burnt in Delhi for the last seven days? Come Sunday, the trans-tasman rivals will clash for their maiden T20 World Cup title. Check here the full list:.

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