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Congress TN chief says seat-sharing talks with DMK progressing smoothly

Chennai, March 7 (IANS) Congress’ Tamil Nadu unit President K. Selvaperunthagai reassured on Thursday that the seat-sharing talks with the DMK for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls were progressing smoothly. Speaking at the state party HQ, he mentioned that the discussions were cordial and would be finalized soon.

Selvaperunthagai addressed the media at Satyamoorthy Bhavan and emphasized that there was no animosity between the Congress and the DMK regarding seat allocation. He also criticized the media for jumping to conclusions about the arrangements, highlighting that the DMK was still in talks with other regional parties and the election dates were not confirmed.

Responding to rumors about a Congress MP collaborating with the AIADMK, Selvaperunthagai dismissed the speculations. He stated, “In politics, interactions between various parties are common, but it does not imply a shift in political allegiance.” The Congress leader emphasized the importance of waiting for official announcements before drawing conclusions.

The ongoing discussions between the Congress and the DMK reflect a strategic alliance aimed at maximizing electoral prospects. As both parties navigate the complexities of seat-sharing, the public awaits further updates on the agreement. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

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