Rahul, Kharge pay tribute to Karunanidhi on birth anniversary amid Congress-DMK strain
On the birth anniversary of Muthuvel Karunanidhi, Congress leaders paid tribute to the former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister amid strained relations with the DMK. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi highlighted Karunanidhi's contributions to social justice and equality. Their gestures are seen as efforts to mend ties with the DMK following recent political developments.
- ▪Mallikarjun Kharge described Karunanidhi as a beloved leader of Tamil Nadu.
- ▪Rahul Gandhi emphasized Karunanidhi's fight for the dignity of the Tamil people and social justice.
- ▪The Congress is reportedly trying to assuage the DMK leadership's concerns over its political alliances.
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The birth anniversary of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) patriarch Muthuvel Karunanidhi on Wednesday (June 3, 2026) became an occasion for top Congress leaders to reach out to their former ally amid signs of strain in ties between the two parties.Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge paid tributes to Mr. Karunanidhi, popularly known as “Kalaignar”, describing him as a beloved leader of Tamil Nadu. INDIA bloc to meet on June 8 amid strain; Trinamool, DMK set to attendIn a post on X, Mr. Kharge said Mr. Karunanidhi’s lifelong commitment to social justice, equality, rational thought and democratic values transformed countless lives.
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