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Tue, May 26, 2026 | New Delhi
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AIADMK suffers another setback as fourth MLA Esakki Subbaiah steps down; internal strife intensifies

May 26, 2026 Khushi Singh Arya 3 mins read
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AIADMK faces increased anxiety; the resignation of one more MLA creates significant commotion

The AIADMK’s problems in Tamil Nadu politics show no signs of abating. Their fourth MLA, Esakki Subayya, has resigned his position. Meanwhile, those MLAs loyal to the party leadership have requested the Speaker reverse the prior resignations.

There is a lot of activity in Tamil Nadu politics these days and AIADMK remains its centre. The party suffered another major blow when MLA Esakki Subayya resigned from his post. This is the fourth time in recent times that a party MLA has resigned, sparking political discussions.

The continuous resignations have raised questions about the situation within the party. There is talk in political circles that AIADMK is currently facing internal challenges, and in such a situation, resignations one after the other are considered to be a matter of concern for the party.

Although not much information has been officially revealed regarding the reasons behind the resignation, this development has given rise to new speculations in Tamil Nadu politics. Opposition parties are also keeping an eye on this, and discussions have started regarding political equations.

For some time now, there has been talk of different factions within the party. In such a situation, after the resignation of the fourth MLA, political analysts have started seeing it not just as a personal decision but also as a big political signal.

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The party leadership has sprung into action, a specific demand was put to the Speaker.

Meanwhile, MLAs associated with the AIADMK leadership have also started showing activism. MLAs from the faction led by party general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami met the Speaker.

It is being told that by filing a petition, he has demanded to withdraw the decision of accepting the resignations of three MLAs who had already resigned. Party leaders say that this matter should be reconsidered.

This move is being seen as an attempt by the party to handle the losses. Because if the series of resignations continues, it may affect the party’s position and political influence in the Assembly.
Political experts believe that the biggest challenge for the party leadership at this time is to keep the organization united, especially when internal differences begin to surface.

AIADMK is counted among the major regional parties of Tamil Nadu and has a long influence in the politics of the state. Therefore, any major change within the party is considered politically important.

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Can the dynamics in Tamil Nadu politics shift?

After the resignation of Esakki Subayya, the question has now arisen whether this is a matter limited to only a few MLAs or some major change is going on within the party.

Political analysts say that continuous resignations are considered a matter of concern for any party, as it raises questions about the unity of the organization. However, it is too early to say what impact this will have in the long run.

At the same time, party supporters believe that AIADMK has come out of difficult times before and this time too the leadership can handle the situation. On the other hand, the opposition is keeping an eye on this entire incident.

Political equations in Tamil Nadu have often changed rapidly. In such a situation, it will be important to see in the coming days whether the AIADMK leadership is able to stop the series of resignations or not and in which direction the situation within the party goes.

At present, it is clear that the resignation of the fourth MLA has increased the party’s concern and has given a new issue of discussion in Tamil Nadu politics.

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