Arvind Kejriwal lauds MK Stalin governance, joins DMK campaign push

Aam Aadmi Party National Convener Arvind Kejriwal met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday, praising his government’s performance in sectors such as education, healthcare, and women’s empowerment.

In a post on X, Kejriwal highlighted shared governance priorities and said both leaders have consistently learned from each other’s approaches, while appreciating the impact of Tamil Nadu’s policies on people’s lives.

“Honoured to meet with the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru @mkstalin. We share a common vision for education, healthcare, and women's empowerment. We have always learnt from each other. I deeply appreciate the impact his dedicated governance has created in transforming the lives of the people of Tamil Nadu,” Kejriwal posted.

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This comes as Kejriwal is set to address election rallies in support of DMK and CM MK Stalin on April 20 and 21, the Aam Aadmi Party said.

AAP has not fielded any candidate in the Assembly election and is backing the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA).

Meanwhile, CM Stalin continues his state-wide campaign for DMK, interacting with residents during a morning walk campaign in Chennai’s Anna Nagar Tower Park on Monday, where he was greeted by people from various walks of life.

Earlier, Stalin conducted a house-to-house campaign in Netthukuppam in Thiruvottiyur, following similar outreach in Hosur, Krishnagiri, Mylapore, Thousand Lights, and T Nagar constituencies.

On the other side, the AIADMK-BJP alliance campaign is also in full swing, with senior BJP leaders including PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Union Minister Piyush Goyal actively participating.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday held a roadshow in the Modakurichi Assembly constituency in support of Kirthika Shivkumar and alleged corruption and nepotism in the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government. He also expressed confidence in the National Democratic Alliance’s prospects in Tamil Nadu ahead of polling on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4.

The main contest is expected between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, which includes the Indian National Congress, DMDK and VCK, and the NDA led by AIADMK with BJP and PMK as allies.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is also set to make his electoral debut with his party TVK, potentially turning the contest into a three-way battle.

(With inputs from agencies)