AIADMK's Palaniswami Rules Out Alliance with Vijay's TVK; Dismisses BJP Rift

• AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami ruled out an alliance with actor-politician Vijay-led TVK for the upcoming Assembly polls, calling it media speculation.
• Palaniswami dismissed any rift with BJP leader K Annamalai, stating media was "causing trouble" and confirming Annamalai's participation in a Coimbatore demonstration on March 17.
• He clarified that AIADMK has not held talks with TVK, emphasizing that media claims of an alliance are baseless.
• Palaniswami affirmed a good rapport with AMMK chief TTV Dhinakaran, stating minor differences have been resolved and they will work together for victory.
• The AIADMK leader criticized the DMK's Rs 5,000 payout to beneficiaries as an election-driven move stemming from fear of defeat.