Sasikala calls emergency meeting of MLAs at her residence

NEW DELHI: Political environment took a dramatic turn in Tamil Nadu after former Chief Minister O Panneerselvam openly revolted against Sasikala on Tuesday.

Following a scathing attack by Panneerselvam, AIADMK General Secretary Sasikala immediately called an emergency meeting of all 134 party MLA at her Poes Garden residence in Chennai.

Earlier, former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Panneerselvam had alleged pressure from Sasikala family behind his resignation from the CM post on Sunday.


He alleged that efficient handling of cyclone Vardah and Jallikattu issues irritated Sasikala and her family and he was forced to quit.


He also said he is ready to take back resignation if people of Tamil Nadu and party cadres so desired.

According to reports, Panneerselvam has support of 50 party MLAs, but at least 90 MLAs are needed to divide the party.

Meanwhile, as governor's role in the current situation becomes important, Congress has alleged misuse of Governer's position by Modi's Central government.

Extending her support to Panneerselvam, expelled AIADMK MP Sasikala Pushpa, welcomed Panneerselvam's move and said she was very happy with the revelation as 'truth never fails'.

According to reports, Puspha also sought immediate intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to “give hope” to people of the state.

“PM should take immediate action and give hope to the people. Tamil Nadu people are very sensitive. You might have seen that in the Jallikattu issue,” Pushpa said.