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'Will not contest in Trichy bypoll, no desire for ministerial post,' says VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan

Thol Thirumavalavan, VCK chief, will not contest the Tiruchirappalli East Assembly seat. He declined an offer to become a minister in the TVK cabinet. Thirumavalavan stated he will not participate in any by-elections. His support for TVK was to prevent President's rule. He remains committed to the DMK-led alliance and…

The Economic Times

The Dalit clock: From Ambedkar to Thirumavalavan

How might one engage with the here and now of politics, without getting instrumental and cynical? How might one be productive in the present, without surrendering entirely to what it offers by way of power and self-achievement? The time of politics for India’s Dalits has been one that straddles the…

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'They wanted to make me CM': Thirumavalavan claims DMK-AIADMK offered him CM post to keep Vijay's TVK out

Thol Thirumavalavan: VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan has claimed that both the DMK and AIADMK approached him to become Tamil Nadu Chief Minister as part of a possible alliance aimed at keeping C Joseph Vijay’s TVK away from power. The VCK leader said his party discussed the proposal internally before rejecting…

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Our support to TVK is to prevent President's rule, help Vijay form govt: VCK chief Thirumavalavan

VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan declared his party's support for Vijay's TVK, calling it a move to prevent President's rule in Tamil Nadu. The decision ensures the people's mandate for TVK is fulfilled and VCK's support is unconditional, he said.

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VCK president Thirumavalavan meets Kamal Haasan

VCK leaders thank Kamal Haasan for campaigning in Lok Sabha elections, comparing his support to G.K. Moopanar's endorsement.

The Hindu

We didn’t want to split votes in Bengaluru, says Thirumavalavan

Chennai VCK leader Thol. Thirumavalavan justifies not campaigning for party's Karnataka candidates to prevent split of anti-BJP votes.

The Hindu

High Court permits Mutharasan, Thol Thirumavalavan to oppose plea for implementing NEP 2020 in Tamil Nadu

Madras High Court allows CPI and VCK leaders to oppose NEP 2020 implementation in Tamil Nadu.

The Hindu

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Lok Sabha polls | Voters brave searing heat to cast their votes in central T.N.

TIRUCHI voters brave heat to cast ballots in Lok Sabha elections, with some areas seeing brisk polling.

The Hindu

VCK manifesto | Retrieval of Katchatheevu, abolition of Governor post and strengthened Lokayuktyas are key promises

VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan releases election manifesto for Lok Sabha polls, highlighting key promises for Tamil Nadu's development.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha polls | Don’t give another chance to BJP to rule the country: Kamal Haasan

Kamal Haasan urges Tamil Nadu to reject BJP, protect democracy, and support Thol. Thirumavalavan in Chidambaram.

The Hindu

Watch | Thol. Thirumavalavan on AIADMK’s isolation, electoral bonds, Dalit unity

Thol. Thirumavalavan, Founder - President of Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi and Dalit rights leader, was at The Hindu office in Chennai where he discussed the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, Dalit rights, the BJP’s chances, and more

The Hindu

Arrest of Kejriwal will only positively impact the INDIA bloc, says VCK chief Thirumavalavan

Thol. Thirumavalavan condemns Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, predicts positive impact on Opposition alliance in upcoming Lok Sabha election.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha polls | VCK’s Thirumavalavan, Ravikumar to contest on ‘pot’ symbol from Chidambaram, Villupuram

VCK leaders Thol. Thirumavalavan and D. Ravikumar to contest Lok Sabha elections from Chidambaram and Villupuram constituencies.

The Hindu

Lok Sabha polls | After a slew of negotiations, VCK agrees to two seats in DMK alliance

DMK finalizes seat-sharing with VCK for Lok Sabha polls in Tamil Nadu, allocating two seats in alliance.

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Why are Dalits looking up to VCK, and not Congress, in Tamil Nadu, asks CWC member K. Raju

Congress leader K. Raju emphasizes the importance of community outreach and organization in a public rally.

The Hindu

Selvaperunthagai named State Congress president, Rajesh Kumar new floor leader

K. Selvaperunthagai, has been appointed as the president of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee

The Hindu

MPs demand Vande Bharat Express between Tiruchi and Chennai

Introduction of a Vande Bharat Express between Chennai and Tiruchi and other new trains, additional stops to existing trains, construction of new railway lines and extension of train services were among a host of demands put forth by Members of Parliament representing constituencies served by the Tiruchi Railway Division at…

The Hindu

VCK seeks four Lok Sabha seats in DMK alliance

VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan seeks four Lok Sabha seats in DMK-led alliance for upcoming general election.

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DMK allies, PMK condemn T.N. Governor Ravi for refusing to read customary address

Allies of the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu condemn Governor R. N. Ravi for leaving Legislative Assembly proceedings midway.

The Hindu

The fight against ‘caste Christians’ in Tamil Nadu

The fight against caste discrimination in Christianity has been going on for years

The Hindu

VCK to protest demanding reintroduction of ballot papers Jan. 4

Thol. Thirumavalavan announces State-wide protests on Jan 4 demanding floods be declared 'extreme disaster', reintroduction of ballot papers in 2024 LS elections.

The Hindu

VCK to organise State-wide protests against Union government for not providing sufficient flood relief

VCK to organise State-wide protests against Union govt for alleged failure to support TN flood victims & undermining democracy.

The Hindu

Thirumavalavan opposes expulsion of TMC MP Mahua Moitra by Ethics Committee

The Hindu

Centre should intervene to stop demolition of temples in Sri Lanka: VCK leader

VCK founder Thirumavalavan urges BJP-led govt to intervene in Sri Lanka to stop demolition of Hindu temples; praises CM Stalin for relief works & memorial to social reformer. #HinduTemples #SriLanka #CMStalin #INDIACoalition #ParliamentaryElections #ReliefWorks #Memorial

The Hindu

SC refuses MP’s plea that electoral bonds scheme discriminates against smaller parties

SC suggests Thol. Thirumavalavan MP file separate petition to highlight argument that electoral bonds scheme discriminates against small vote share parties. Advocates argue scheme has "erected barriers" for entry, destroyed level-playing field, deprived parties of info needed to criticise others.

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