The resignations came just hours after Annamalai formally ended his association with the BJP and announced the launch of a new political platform, saying his larger political vision for Tamil Nadu could no longer be pursued within the party structure.Annamalai, one of the BJP’s most prominent faces in the state over the last few years, said he had informed the central leadership about his intention to quit as early as December 2025. According to him, the party leadership had urged him to remain until the completion of the Assembly election campaign. Explaining his decision, the former IPS officer said his political ambitions for Tamil Nadu were “bigger” and required a broader and more inclusive movement that could unite people across social and political backgrounds. He also confirmed plans to float a new political party and contest future elections in the state.
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