AIADMK Faces Alliance Challenges, Unveils Welfare-Focused Manifesto Ahead of Tamil Nadu Polls

Ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly elections, the AIADMK faces challenges following its alliance breakup, with recent Lok Sabha results showing the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance leading in most Assembly segments. While AIADMK's support has declined, it is responding with a phased manifesto promising expanded welfare schemes, including increased cash assistance and free bus travel for men, aiming to compete with the DMK's established welfare programs amid a complex multi-party contest.