MK Stalin Files Nomination from Kolathur, Seeks Fourth Consecutive Term
Chief Minister M K Stalin of Tamil Nadu officially filed his nomination papers on Monday to contest from the Kolathur constituency in north Chennai. This move marks his bid for a fourth consecutive term representing this area, which is predominantly inhabited by working-class voters.
Asset Declaration and Personal Details
In his affidavit, Stalin declared total assets worth Rs 6.2 crore. Of this amount, movable property accounts for Rs 3.3 crore. Notably, neither Stalin nor his wife, Durga Stalin, own a car or a bike. This represents a decrease from his previous declaration during the 2021 election, where he had listed assets valued at Rs 7.1 crore.
Road Show and Confident Predictions
Following the nomination filing, Stalin embarked on a road show aboard his red and black jeep, warmly greeting supporters who had gathered along the streets. Speaking to reporters, he expressed unwavering confidence in securing a victory with a significantly higher margin compared to the previous election. "I am witnessing unprecedented support in Kolathur this time. People here will give me a resounding victory," Stalin stated. He further asserted that this overwhelming support indicates the DMK-led front is poised to win more than 200 seats across Tamil Nadu.
Political Stance and Development Highlights
Stalin framed the upcoming election as a crucial battle against New Delhi for the rights and autonomy of Tamil Nadu. To underscore his commitment to the constituency, he released a detailed 185-page booklet titled 'Namma Kolathur, Namma Mudhalvar' (Our Kolathur, Our Chief Minister). This publication comprehensively outlines the various development projects and initiatives implemented by Stalin in Kolathur over the past five years, which was distributed to the public.
Alliance Strength and Evening Gathering
Later in the evening, Stalin hosted a tea party for leaders of the DMK front at Anna Arivalayam, the party's headquarters in Chennai. During his address, he emphasized the strength and longevity of the Secular Progressive Alliance, which first contested elections in 2019. "Nowhere in the entire country has an alliance existed for so many years," he remarked, highlighting that unlike other coalitions formed merely for seat-sharing purposes, their alliance is firmly rooted in shared ideology.
