Puducherry. The political temperature in Puducherry rose when senior Congress leader and former CM V. Narayanasamy gave a statement before the 2026 assembly elections. He argues that Congress should take command of the alliance in Puducherry. This demand is not just a wish, but a juggernaut of numbers which has put pressure on the ally DMK.
The foundation of Narayanasamy’s claim rests on his recent performance and vote share. Numbers are paramount in politics, and Congress has the upper hand here. The party claims that they have a strong vote bank of 26 percent. Also, alliance partner DMK is currently seen lagging behind with 8 percent vote share. On the basis of these figures, Narayanasamy argues that the party which has deeper roots among the people also has the right to leadership.
Congress has a very old and strong history in the political circles of Puducherry. Being a Union Territory, the key to power here has often been with the Congress, which could keep the local sentiments in sync with the politics of Delhi. The looming elections of 2026 have now forced the regional parties to show their strength. Congress feels that after the ups and downs of the last few elections, the time has come for it to come out of the image of junior partner and sit on the front seat.
According to the report, now the question is arising whether DMK will bow down to this demand? It will not be easy for the DMK, which has a strong position in Tamil Nadu, to compromise on the terms of the Congress in Puducherry. Many factors will influence their decision. Will DMK supporters accept the decision to leave the leadership? And will both the parties be able to keep their egos aside to defeat the opposition parties? This decision of Puducherry will not be limited to just one small state, but it will also decide the direction of the future equations of the India alliance. This stance of V. Narayanasamy is not just a statement but a strategic pressure. In the shadow of 2026 elections, this deal between Congress and DMK reflects the changing nature of Indian coalition politics. If Congress succeeds in grabbing the leadership, it will be a big booster shot for the party’s revival. The talks to be held in the coming months will not only decide the future of Puducherry, but will also send a message to the entire country about where the balance of power is shifting in the regional alliance.