After MGR’s statement, the CPI (M) got convinced of the AIADMK’s intent to fight the Congress (R), the Congress (O) and the DMK.
Veteran Marxist N. Sankaraiah, who passed away in Chennai on Wednesday, had in 1973 performed an uncommon act in the rough and tumble of politics — making way for the AIADMK candidate in line with his party’s decision.