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After Weeks Of Sparring, Congress Settles For 28 Seats In Tamil Nadu

TT Editor·Updated: 4 Mar 2026 11:17 pm IST
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After Weeks Of Sparring, Congress Settles For 28 Seats In Tamil Nadu

The Congress party has finalized its seat-sharing agreement with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, securing 28 seats in the process. This decision concludes several weeks of intense negotiations and public disagreements between the two parties, which are allies in the state. The Congress's seat allocation is seen as a strategic move aimed at maximizing electoral prospects in a politically competitive environment. The DMK, currently in power, has been working to strengthen its coalition ahead of the elections. This alliance is crucial as the parties aim to consolidate their votes against a backdrop of rising competition from opposition parties. Political analysts suggest that this collaboration could potentially influence voter sentiment and shape the outcome of the elections, highlighting the importance of unity among opposition parties in Tamil Nadu's dynamic political landscape.

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