MDMK, the political party led by Vaiko, withdraws from the DMK-led alliance after nine years, marking another setback for MK Stalin’s DMK. The development follows internal allegations within the coalition: the MDMK states that “attempts were made to weaken the MDMK,” which it cites as the reason for ending its partnership. The announcement indicates the party is moving away from the alliance structure that it has been part of for nearly a decade. While the immediate reports focus on the MDMK’s stated grievances, they do not lay out specific examples or document responses from the DMK or other partners. The split also highlights the potential for shifting political alignments around the DMK’s leadership. With the MDMK’s exit, the DMK-led coalition’s composition may change, affecting how parties coordinate for upcoming political contests. The reports present the move as a formal break after a long period of cooperation, driven by MDMK’s claim of being targeted within the alliance.