At a campaign rally in Manapparai, Tiruchi, on April 4, 2026, Kanimozhi Karunanidhi (DMK MP) condemned the AIADMK-BJP alliance, describing it as opportunistic and driven by self-preservation. She criticized AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami for aligning with the BJP despite previous opposition to policies like the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Kanimozhi emphasized that the DMK alliance is focused on safeguarding Tamil Nadu's interests, contrasting it with the AIADMK's approach. She humorously remarked that a washing machine would be a more fitting offer than a fridge in the AIADMK's election manifesto. Furthermore, she raised concerns regarding stalled infrastructure projects, such as the Metro Rail expansion and the construction of AIIMS, and criticized policies affecting farmers and education funding. Kanimozhi framed the upcoming election as a critical ideological battle, underscoring the need for principled governance in Tamil Nadu.