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Fresh blow to AIADMK: Former minister Semmalai resigns, cites internal conflict
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Fresh blow to AIADMK: Former minister Semmalai resigns, cites internal conflict

Times of India · May 18, 2026, 7:51 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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Senior AIADMK leader S Semmalai has resigned, citing deep dissatisfaction with the party's current state and recent developments post-elections. He expressed immense mental anguish, stating that internal infighting has damaged the party's image, even drawing ridicule from English newspapers. Semmala

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