On Tuesday, Sasikala possibly signaled a political move by stating that “good news will come” during the events for the birth anniversary of the past chief minister, Jayalalithaa. This statement has caused people to think that, following being thrown out of the AIADMK and having recent meetings with people who support her in Chennai, she might start a new party.
Sasikala’s words and when she said them
Sasikala told the press that the birthday event for ‘Amma’ would bring good news – a short statement that quickly got the attention of people in politics. The timing is important, as Tamil Nadu is getting ready for Assembly elections which are expected in the first six months of 2026, at which time parties will make their campaign messages clearer and try out new partnerships.
She also put flowers on the memorials of M G Ramachandran and Jayalalithaa, showing she continues the traditions of leaders of the party, even though she is no longer with the AIADMK. People who watch politics see the actions and what she said as planned ways to get more supporters and prepare for a possible start of a party.
Political history and being thrown out of AIADMK
Sasikala used to be the acting general secretary of the AIADMK, and a close helper to Jayalalithaa; she has been a figure of controversy in Tamil Nadu politics for a long time. Her power was greatest when Jayalalithaa was in office, and she worked closely with the party’s leaders and main groups.
Sasikala was thrown out of the AIADMK after being found guilty in the case about having too many possessions, a legal problem which ended her official role. Since being let out of prison, she has had meetings with people who are loyal to her, trying to build up a political base before the very important 2026 elections.
What the 2026 Assembly elections will be like
The Tamil Nadu Assembly, which has 234 members, will have elections in 2026, and the political situation already looks full. The group led by the current M K Stalin plans to campaign using a “Dravidian Model 2.0” idea, and the BJP-AIADMK group wants to show they are a choice at the state and national levels.
Actor Vijay joining with the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has made a possible three-way competition. If Sasikala starts a new party, the contest could become even more broken up, making it harder for the main groups to make plans, and changing the number of votes in several important areas.
What supporters think and activity at the local level
Sasikala’s supporters in Chennai have shown strong loyalty, and local leaders have promised to support whatever political decision she makes for the 2026 elections. Meetings with the public and small groups have become more common, showing a planned effort to get more support from people in the area.
One supporter who speaks out said they would be with Sasikala and her husband, showing a strong group of people who are committed to her. This group could become organised members if she makes a political organisation official, and quickly builds a campaign structure.
What she is planning and what might happen
A new party led by Sasikala would face a lot of problems, including rebuilding the organisation, legal risks, and competing for the votes of people who don’t support the current government. However, it could get votes away from the AIADMK and change how groups work together, particularly in areas where elections are very close.
People who plan politics note the balance of risk and reward: splitting the opposition could indirectly help the current group, while a focused effort in the area might make a place for Sasikala. Offers of working together, talks about sharing seats, and choosing candidates will decide how much power she can get.
Sasikala’s hint at Jayalalithaa’s birthday moves the political talk into a new stage. With elections coming, parties will see if the ‘good news’ becomes a real start of a party, and how that start changes campaign plans in Tamil Nadu.
