News analysis
The massive victory of the DMK and its alliance in the urban local bodies elections highlights a new trend. While the elections to the local bodies invariably favoured the ruling party, what stands out this time is the uniform performance of the DMK across the state, leaving very little space for the Opposition. It has achieved such a feat despite Chief Minister M.K. Stalin opting virtual campaigning over touring the State. The Chief Minister had more than once clarified that COVID-19 regulations was the reason behind his decision.
“The achievements of the DMK government and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin in the nine months overshadowed all other factors that would normally play a role in local bodies elections. People voted for the continuation of the good schemes of the government,” said Industries Minister Thangam Thennarasu.
