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Tamil Nadu election 2026: Sattur MDMK MLA joins BJP on last day of campaigning
On April 21, 2026, Sattur MLA A.R.R. Raghuraman, formerly of MDMK and who won the last election on the DMK symbol, joined the BJP in Sattur with BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran. The event occurred on the last day of campaigning, and an hour later, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu arrived in Sattur for an election meeting.
Why It Matters
The switch could alter local political dynamics in Sattur ahead of the Tamil Nadu elections, potentially affecting support among voters connected to the Naidu community and the BJP's campaign.
Timeline
1 Event
A.R.R. Raghuraman joins BJP in Sattur
April 21, 2026
Sattur MLA A.R.R. Raghuraman, previously a member of MDMK who had won the last election on the DMK’s symbol, joined the BJP on Tuesday in the presence of BJP State president Nainar Nagenthran. An hour before Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu arrived in Sattur for an election meeting, Dr. Raghuraman entered the venue with Nagenthran and AIADMK leader Kadambur C. Raju. The leaders were to address a gathering of voters belonging to the Naidu community, who have a significant presence in Sattur.