Vijayakanth, the messiah of the rural youth
Place: Periakanaganakuppam village.
Time: 11.30 am.
A very hot day when the temperature soared past 40 degrees, Vijayakanth's party, the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam candidate Jayakumar -- who has an uncanny resemblance to Vijayakanth himself -- was standing atop a van and was canvassing in a village called Periakanganakuppam in Cuddalore district.
"We have to really work hard to strengthen the goodwill our leader Captain has generated," Jayakumar said, in between campaigning.
What does he think about his and his party's chances? "We are very hopeful. We may not rule the state this time but we will be there soon. We are bringing in a lot of hope. No, we will never let these young people down," he assured.
Following Jayakumar's vehicle was another jeep with men drumming away excitedly. It was important for the new party to popularise the party symbol, the drum, as they were alloted the symbol only last week.
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