Erode, Dec 13: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president and actor-turned-politician Vijay will campaign in Erode on December 18, with the event limited to a duration of two hours, party Executive Committee Chief Coordinator K.A. Sengottaiyan said in a statement.
According to the party, the campaign will be held near the Vijayamangalam toll plaza, with all arrangements being made strictly in line with conditions prescribed by the authorities. The statement clarified that the identified venue is not owned by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department, addressing objections raised in some quarters.
It further stated that there are no restrictions on holding the programme on land owned by the Vijayapuri Amman Temple, and that the event fully complies with all legal and administrative norms.
Sengottaiyan also said that details of other political leaders expected to join TVK during the Erode programme would be announced at a later stage. Reiterating the party’s stand, he said anyone is free to join TVK, while decisions on alliances would be taken solely by party president Vijay.
Reflecting on his political journey, Sengottaiyan said he had served the AIADMK under the leadership of M.G. Ramachandran and J. Jayalalithaa, and added that he now feels a similar sense of purpose and confidence in TVK under Vijay’s leadership. He also expressed satisfaction with his current role in the party.
TVK was formally launched earlier this year, marking Vijay’s decisive entry into Tamil Nadu’s electoral politics. Since its formation, the party has expanded its organisational network across the State and positioned itself as a people-centric political alternative ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
The decision to limit the duration of the Erode campaign comes amid heightened focus on crowd management and public safety, following a recent stampede at a TVK-related event. Party leaders said tighter safety protocols and moderated campaign schedules are being adopted to prevent overcrowding.
Sengottaiyan’s induction into TVK is seen as a significant political development, particularly in western Tamil Nadu, where he wields considerable influence. His association is expected to strengthen the party’s organisational base as TVK continues its statewide outreach while balancing mass mobilisation with regulatory compliance.