Akshita Nandagopal Hosts Panel On BJP’s Southern Push And The ‘Dravidian Model’ Success Claims

0 January 23, 2026 10:50

On this Special Report, host Akshita Nandagopal leads a high-octane debate on the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) aggressive campaign to gain a foothold in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The discussion features spokespersons from the Congress, BJP, and DMK, alongside senior journalist Shekhar Iyer. Akshita Nandagopal asks, ‘Do you think the BJP actually stands a chance in these southern states?’ The panel examines the Prime Minister’s recent rallies, the impact of anti-incumbency against the DMK, and the ‘Dravidian model’ of development. While BJP’s Tuhin Sinha claims the party will deliver its best performance yet, DMK’s Seelam Dharnidharan defends Tamil Nadu’s socio-economic metrics, dismissing the ‘double engine’ growth narrative. The debate also touches upon the controversial issue of delimitation and its potential impact on South India’s parliamentary representation. This programme provides a comprehensive analysis of the shifting political dynamics in India’s southern states ahead of the upcoming electoral battles.

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