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DMK (DMK)

DMK (DMK)
  • Abbreviation DMK
  • President M. K. Stalin
  • Treasurer T. R. Baalu
  • Founder C. N. Annadurai
  • Founded 17 September 1949 (75 Years Ago) (1949-09-17)
  • Country India
  • Headquarters Anna Arivalayam,367-369, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai - 600018, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Eci Status State Party
  • Parliamentary Chairperson Kanimozhi Karunanidhi
  • Ideology Dravidianism, Tamil Nationalism, Regionalism, Democratic Socialism, Progressivism, Secularism, Left-wing Populism

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DMK (DMK) BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 11 Feb 2025
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK): A Legacy of Dravidian Politics Founded on September 17, 1949, by C.N. Annadurai, the DMK emerged as a breakaway faction from the Dravidar Kazhagam. Its rise marked a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape. Initially advocating for a separate Dravidasta...

DMK NEWS

Anticipatory bail plea rejected, DMK legislator Anitha Radhakrishnan arrested over remarks on Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

July 04, 2026 5:33 am

Following the arrest, DMK cadres led by Corporation Mayor Jegan Periyasamy staged a protest outside the SP office.

Why DMK has hit the streets over TVK minister’s two-year-old video

June 30, 2026 3:59 am

The video shows Sarath Kumar seated among spectators during an IPL match while handling a small quantity of white, powder-like substance on the screen of a smartphone

Vijay makes a splash on Assembly debut: Mimics Stalin, puts DMK on notice

June 23, 2026 5:04 pm

Taking a dig at his predecessor, Tamil Nadu CM narrates the tale of a "missing father"; targets DMK over corruption, social justice, and national anthem controversy.

DMK’s post-breakup letter is brutal, says Rahul Gandhi is the problem

June 16, 2026 3:36 pm

Editoral in party mouthpiece attempts to explain, justify and emotionally process what many in the DMK view as a political betrayal after Congress legislators left the alliance and joined the Vijay-led government

After Tamil Nadu minors' assault, CM Vijay on Stalin and BJP's crosshairs

June 16, 2026 1:22 pm

The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) formed the government in Tamil Nadu after emerging as the single largest party in the 2026 Assembly elections.

To hike Lok Sabha strength, Government works on more clarity; eyes South, DMK support

June 09, 2026 11:46 am

According to at least two senior government functionaries, talks are ongoing with the DMK, which recently lost the Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.

DMK absent, allies restive, INDIA bloc braces for a difficult conversation at today's meeting

June 08, 2026 12:19 am

Trinamool Congress, which is trying to contain internal rebellions and facing an organisational collapse, is expected to play a more active role.

Hidden cost of never sharing power: How DMK, AIADMK suffer a double whammy

May 22, 2026 7:17 pm

Some DMK allies like Congress quickly joined hands with Vijay, few others jumped ship after negotiations; AIADMK was split as a rebel faction backed TVK govt

TVK moves ahead with coalition Cabinet expansion, AIADMK rebels left waiting

May 21, 2026 4:59 am

Twenty-one ministers are set to be sworn in tomorrow at 10 am at Lok Bhavan, including 19 from TVK and 2 from the Congress. Shift marks significant recalibration after days of anxiety among Vijay’s allies over speculation that the AIADMK rebel faction could be rewarded with Cabinet berths

Regional players shrink in BJP wave, opening for Congress: What future holds for INDIA bloc

May 20, 2026 7:19 am

INDIA bloc has nothing to lose by naming a convener, having a secretariat, and holding meetings regularly. Despite having weakened, it can still make a difference by fashioning a new narrative.

DMK PHOTOS

Social distancing norms go for a toss as party supporters celebrate poll triumph

May 02, 2021 9:46 pm

As the nation is witnessing an unprecedented crisis, a huge violation of covid protocol and social distancing norms are a common site in victory celebrations

K Anbazhagan dies at 97: A glimpse into the life of the veteran DMK leader

March 07, 2020 3:00 pm

Veteran DMK leader K Anbazhagan passed away at the age of 97 in Chennai in the early hours of Saturday.

Karunanidhi passes away: Rare and unseen photos from his political journey

August 09, 2018 6:31 am

The former Tamil Nadu chief minister was admitted to the hospital following a dip in his blood pressure last month. On July 31, the hospital had said Karunanidhi would require an extended period of hospitalisation due to “decline” in his general health, although his vital parameters have normalised.

Stage set for 6th phase of polling

April 23, 2014 9:19 pm

Stakes will be high for Congress and BJP and a number of other parties like AIADMK, DMK, NCP and Shiv Sena when 117 constituencies will go to polls on Thursday in yet another substantial round of polling in the Lok Sabha elections.

Tamizh Talkies

April 20, 2014 12:24 pm

From Jayalalithaa speakers blaring out Stalin’s ‘leonine gait’ to BJP bikers waving ‘Vaiko’ flags, EP UNNY captures a slice of Tamil Nadu’s political terrain.

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