"Will continue to function as President of PMK": Anbumani Ramadoss reaffirms his position

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 13 : Amid speculations regarding Pattali Makkal Katchi's (PMK) leadership, party president Anbumani Ramadoss issued a clear and firm statement reaffirming his position and dedication to the party's growth and core values.
Addressing members of the PMK and the wider Pattali family, Anbumani said, "There have been unexpected confusions about our party's leadership. I wish to clarify the situation to ensure that these do not affect our progress or the upcoming Vanniyar Youth Full Moon Grand Conference in Mamallapuram."
He recalled Dr Ramadoss's founding of PMK on July 16, 1989, with the aim of empowering voiceless communities with social justice and political representation.
"According to the party's constitution, only members of the General Council can elect the president. In line with this, I was elected as the president during the General Council meeting held in Chennai on May 28, 2022, with the blessings of Dr Ramadoss and the support of our cadres. The Election Commission of India has also officially recognized my election," he emphasized.
Dr Anbumani reaffirmed his commitment to the principles on which the party was founded.
"I will continue to function as the President of the PMK, working tirelessly towards the vision laid out by Dr Ramadoss, with the continued support of our party members."
He also outlined two immediate goals for the party: to successfully organize the Vanniyar Youth Full Moon Grand Conference on May 11 in Mamallapuram and to achieve greater electoral victories in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections compared to past performances.
"I am confident that with the unity and support of our dedicated Pattali family, we will realize these goals and elevate our party to greater heights," Dr Anbumani concluded.
Dr Anbumani Ramadoss, President of PMK, announced that he has been entrusted with the responsibility of organizing the Vanniyar Youth Full Moon Grand Conference to be held in Mamallapuram, fulfilling a long-standing dream of the Pattali community.
"The dream of hosting this historic conference in Mamallapuram during the Chithirai full moon has been cherished by our Pattali family for the past 12 years. To make this dream a reality, Ramadoss has appointed me as the Chairman of the Conference Committee and entrusted me with the responsibility to lead it to success," said Dr Anbumani.
He emphasised that it is the collective duty of all PMK members to execute this mission assigned by Dr Ramadoss successfully.
"The preparations for the conference are progressing at full speed, in a well-coordinated and planned manner. I am personally overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the arrangements. Likewise, all our party leaders and cadres must engage in full-fledged fieldwork to ensure maximum mobilization of participants for the event," he stated.
Addressing the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections, Dr Anbumani said, "It is my foremost duty to form a strong alliance, as desired by our Pattali family, under the guidance of Dr Ramadoss. I will fulfill this responsibility at the right time, in a manner that will bring satisfaction and pride to all. As the President of the PMK, this is my primary mission."
He urged all levels of party leadership to actively contribute to conference preparations and the party's strengthening ahead of the elections.
"I repeat--my foremost commitment is to uphold the ideals of Dr Ayya in the political field and to lead the Pattali Makkal Katchi in a way that brings honor to him. I will soon come to meet you all in person as part of this journey," he stated.