In a significant move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a three-day visit to Tamil Nadu from January 13 to 15. During the visit, Modi will participate in Pongal celebrations alongside farmers, as revealed by sources within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
The upcoming trip is seen as a strategic outreach initiative by the BJP aimed at garnering support among rural voters and fostering cultural consolidation within the state. Senior BJP leaders have confirmed that the visit is being planned as part of the party’s preparations for the 2026 Assembly elections.
The decision to participate in Pongal celebrations signifies a prioritization of Tamil culture, marking the first time a Prime Minister will attend such an event with farmers in Tamil Nadu. The move is expected to be well-received among rural communities and could potentially boost the BJP’s popularity in the region.
Prime Minister Modi has been instrumental in bolstering the BJP’s presence in various parts of India, including Tamil Nadu, since assuming office. His visit to the state is likely to generate considerable interest and speculation as the political landscape gears up for the Assembly elections next year.
