A massive administrators' conference is set to be held in Tiruchirappalli on March 9, with party leaders calling upon 10 lakh functionaries to participate in what is being described as a turning point ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
The Chief Minister recalled that Nallakannu was widely respected for his active interventions on various social issues in the state and was a prominent figure in strengthening the farmers' movement in Tamil Nadu, according to the CMO.
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tamilisai Soundararajan on Thursday expressed confidence in the success of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Tamil Nadu ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
The Commission is scheduled to hold consultations with the Chief Secretary, the Director General of Police (DGP), District Election Officers, senior police officials, and representatives of recognised political parties in Chennai.
Speaking at an event in Chennai, the Tamil Nadu BJP chief emphasised the need for proper coordination within the NDA alliance, for shaping up Tamil Nadu's bright future. He also hit out at the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam regime over law and order situation in the state and also accused them
Tamil Nadu Minister PK Sekar Babu, on the demise of veteran CPI leader Nallakannu, said his principles opposed religious extremism and hegemonic forces, praising his lifelong sacrifices.
The Prime Minister said that Nallakannu was widely respected across sections of society and was known for his simplicity and commitment to public life.
The second day of the 72nd Senior Nationals Men's Kabaddi Championship 2026 at the Sama Indoor Complex in Vadodara featured another round of dominant victories and close contests as teams across Pools intensified the battle for knockout qualification.
R Nallakannu, who had been undergoing treatment at the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, at the age of 101. Nallakannu was one of the senior-most Communist leaders in Tamil Nadu.
"Our NDA alliance is getting ready. On January 23rd, we had an all-NDA public meeting, and a huge rally was held there. And coming 1st of March, our respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji is coming to Madurai, and he is addressing the public meeting," Murugan told ANI.
In a post shared on X, Vijay wrote, "I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Comrade Ayya IR. Nallakannu, a freedom fighter, senior leader of the Communist Party of India, and a lifelong warrior who dedicated much of his life to the cause of farmers and the rights of the people."