Tamil Nadu Politics 2026: Amidst the buzz of Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched ‘Mann Ki Baat’. Through this, a new stir has been created in the politics of South India. Paying tribute to former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa ahead of her birth anniversary on February 24, the PM recalled the moments spent with Amma and her model of good governance.
In his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Jayalalitha ji and described her as a visionary and resolved leader dedicated to the welfare of the society. PM Modi said that in our country, those people always remain alive in the hearts of the people, who have always given priority to the public in their noble works. He underlined that ‘Amma’ Jayalalitha ji was one such popular leader, whose mention even today brings joy to the faces of the people of Tamil Nadu. Expressing his deep condolences towards him, he considered him a popular leader whose influence still remains on the politics and society of the state.
Commendable efforts have been made in upliftment of women power: PM Modi
PM Modi especially praised Jayalalitha ji’s efforts for women empowerment. He said that our Nari Shakti’s association with him has been even more special, because while in the government, he made many commendable and concrete efforts for the mothers, sisters and daughters. It was the result of Amma’s foresight that she implemented such schemes in Tamil Nadu, which positively improved the standard of living of women. Because of this dedication, the women of Tamil Nadu still consider him as their Messiah.
Mention of oath taking ceremony of Gujarat
Sharing his personal experiences, the Prime Minister said that every meeting and conversation with Amma Jayalalitha is still fresh in his mind. He shared an unheard anecdote that when he was the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Jayalalitha had specially come to Gujarat to attend his swearing-in ceremonies in 2002 and 2012. The PM told that when both of them were the Chief Ministers of their respective states, there was often discussion between them about ‘good governance’ There used to be detailed discussions on serious topics like (good governance). He described Amma as a leader whose thinking was very clear and her thoughts were very resolved.
That Pongal lunch will always be remembered: PM Modi
Sharing a memory from many years ago, Prime Minister Modi said that Jayalalitha ji had invited him for lunch in Chennai on the auspicious occasion of Pongal. Recalling that moment, he said that Amma’s loving gesture will always be unforgettable for him. Praising Jayalalitha ji’s legacy, the PM said that her clarity of thinking was one of her greatest qualities.
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Political meaning: Trying to connect with the sentiments of the South
Experts believe that this address of PM Modi is not just a tribute, but also a deep political attempt to connect with the sentiments of crores of people of Tamil Nadu. Praising Jayalalithaa just before her birth anniversary could spark a new discussion in the electoral environment of the state.
A look at Jayalalitha’s political journey
J. Jayalalitha was born on 24 February 1948 in Melkote, Karnataka. Had she been alive today, she would have been 78 years old, but she died in December 2016 in Chennai at the age of 67. A huge crowd had gathered at his funeral. Born as Jayalalitha Jayaram, this leader was affectionately called ‘Amma’ and ‘Thalaivi’ by her supporters.
After a successful career in the film world, he entered politics and made a strong hold. In 1989, she became the head of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). After this, she became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for the first time in 1991. Overall, she was successful in taking charge of the state six times – 1991, 2001, 2002, 2011, 2015 and 2016 and remained influential in the politics of the state for a long time.
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