Sibling rivalry: Alagiri's absence angers Stalin

April 19, 2012 16:22

News from down south. In a move that could further fuel the sibling rivalry in the DMK, showcause notices have been issued to 17 supporters of Union Minister and the party's strongman in the south M K Alagiri, for not attending a public meeting, convened here by his younger brother M K Stalin.

They have been asked to submit their explanation within a week's time for not attending the April 14 meeting, which was organised to condemn the recent power tariff hike in the state, announced recently by ruling AIADMK, a party source said.

Stalin reportedly said if action was not taken those who boycotted the meeting, he would step down as party treasurer, the party source said.

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