After striking a belligerent note, Rahul Gandhi’s handpicked functionary S. Jothimani, on Sunday agreed not to enter the fray as an Independent candidate in Aravakurichi Assembly constituency here where the party’s senior ally, the DMK, has fielded a candidate.
Ms. Jothimani, who had launched her campaign in Aravakurichi nine months ago hoping to a bag a party ticket to contest from the constituency, was upset that the Congress did not get the seat as part of the DMK-led alliance.
Initially adamant
She was initially adamant on remaining in the fray, even as an Independent.
However, on Sunday after a meeting with her supporters, she said she has decided not to contest in the Aravakurichi constituency in the overall interest of the Congress party.
She accused the TNCC president E.V.K.S. Elangovan of failing to prevail upon the DMK to allot the seat to the Congress.
She claimed that the DMK was not keen on fielding a candidate from the seat and it was only Mr. Elangovan who did not evince any interest in getting the seat for the party.
Ms. Jothimani added that she was not keen on contesting from the neighbouring Karur constituency, even if the seat was allotted to her.
She was initially adamant on remaining in the fray, even as an Independent
You have reached your limit for free articles this month.
Subscription Benefits Include
Today's Paper
Find mobile-friendly version of articles from the day's newspaper in one easy-to-read list.
Unlimited Access
Enjoy reading as many articles as you wish without any limitations.
Personalised recommendations
A select list of articles that match your interests and tastes.
Faster pages
Move smoothly between articles as our pages load instantly.
Dashboard
A one-stop-shop for seeing the latest updates, and managing your preferences.
Briefing
We brief you on the latest and most important developments, three times a day.
Support Quality Journalism.
*Our Digital Subscription plans do not currently include the e-paper, crossword and print.
A letter from the Editor
Dear subscriber,
Thank you!
Your support for our journalism is invaluable. It’s a support for truth and fairness in journalism. It has helped us keep apace with events and happenings.
The Hindu has always stood for journalism that is in the public interest. At this difficult time, it becomes even more important that we have access to information that has a bearing on our health and well-being, our lives, and livelihoods. As a subscriber, you are not only a beneficiary of our work but also its enabler.
We also reiterate here the promise that our team of reporters, copy editors, fact-checkers, designers, and photographers will deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda.
Suresh Nambath
Please Email the Editor