Large cut-outs and flex banners were missing at the DMK zonal conference at Perundurai.
Working president M.K. Stalin had reportedly given instructions during his many visits to inspect the arrangements that they were not to be used, said an organising committee member.
Many motorists on the busy National Highway expressed hope that let this will become a trend with all parties at all times.
More than 300 acres were earmarked for parking of vehicles that brought cadre from over 15 districts. Adequate number of mobile bio toilets have been deployed.
No other leader from any political party has been invited to speak at the conference.