TN Polls 2026: Dravidian Model vs Delhi Model Clash, House Arrest Row & Key Political Flashpoints

Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Assembly election is turning into a high-voltage political contest defined by ideology, controversy, and new political disruptions. The ruling DMK, led by Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, is pushing the Dravidian model narrative, while the opposition AIADMK, led by Edappadi K. Palaniswami, is targeting the government over governance and leadership issues. At the same time, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin is strongly defending the state’s autonomy-focused political vision. A major controversy involving “house arrest” allegations linked to former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi has further intensified the political battle, leading to sharp exchanges between rival parties. Adding to the political shift is actor Vijay’s entry into politics through TVK, which is emerging as a disruptive factor in the electoral landscape.