DMDK Leader Premallatha Promises Dental College and Infrastructure in Virudhunagar

During a campaign event in Virudhunagar on April 16, 2026, Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) leader Premallatha Vijayakant asserted that the DMK-led secular alliance would secure victory in the upcoming Assembly elections. While canvassing support for the DMDK candidate, V. Vijayaprabakaran, she outlined several key development promises contingent on his election. These initiatives include establishing a new dental college in Virudhunagar, constructing three high-level bridges across the Kousika River, and building a bypass road to alleviate traffic congestion by connecting the Madurai-Virudhunagar highway with Aruppukottai Road. Additionally, she pledged the creation of a truck terminal on the highway. Addressing criticisms that the candidate is an outsider, Premallatha emphasized his local roots, noting that the late Vijayakant’s native place is in Virudhunagar and that the candidate has rented a house locally to remain connected with constituents. She also highlighted existing government welfare schemes, such as providing ₹8,000 coupons for women to purchase electrical appliances, as part of the alliance's broader appeal to voters in the region.