US EditionT.N. Election 2026: TVK Chief Vijay Accuses Chennai Police, Officials of Denying Permission for His Perambur Campaign
Authorities rejected TVK's rally application citing safety and location unsuitability for 3,000 attendees; officials say repair work was minor and completed quickly.
- On Friday, actor-turned-politician Vijay accused Greater Chennai Corporation officials of obstructing his election campaign in Perambur Assembly Constituency, terming the permit denial a "fascist attack" on democracy.
- The Corporation rejected the application via Suvidha Portal after police determined 3,000 expected attendees could not safely gather at the congested S M Nagar 82nd Block Junction.
- Metrowater completed minor pipeline repairs in the area, and the Corporation dismissed Vijay's obstruction claims as "misleading," stating no civic works by the Corporation had affected the venue.
- Officials emphasized that linking completed repair works to the rally denial is "completely incorrect," noting TVK may secure approval by identifying an alternative, less congested venue.
- This dispute highlights tensions surrounding Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's electoral debut ahead of April 23 elections, where the new party aims to challenge the established Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance.
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