Chengalpattu, Jan. 14 -- The preparations are underway for a major public meeting of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) parties to be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Madurantakam in Chengalpattu district on January 23.

As part of the preparations, a Bhoomi Pooja for the venue was held on Wednesday by the NDA alliance parties.

The public meeting comes amid heightened political activity in Tamil Nadu as the 2026 Assembly elections draw closer, with alliance talks among various political parties gaining momentum.

The AIADMK-BJP alliance was formed last week; the PMK, led by Anbumani Ramadoss, officially joined the alliance. The Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC) is already part of the NDA. In addition, parties such as the Puthiy...