VCK Chief Backs Aiyar: MK Stalin Should Lead INDIA Alliance

• VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan endorsed Mani Shankar Aiyar's statement that Tamil Nadu CM M. K. Stalin should lead the INDIA alliance.
• Thirumavalavan stated that Stalin’s leadership would be appropriate for heading the opposition bloc.
• Mani Shankar Aiyar previously suggested Stalin is the "best man to consolidate" the INDIA bloc, citing his focus on substantive issues and willingness to support Rahul Gandhi for PM.
• Aiyar drew a parallel between Stalin and K Kamaraj, suggesting Stalin could play a kingmaker role by consolidating the alliance.
• Aiyar also criticized Congress figures Pawan Khera and KC Venugopal, and predicted an LDF win in Kerala, sparking controversy with Congress distancing itself from his remarks.