Sources said Annamalai has decided against accepting any position offered by the BJP, including potential central responsibilities or a Rajya Sabha berth. He has also ruled out joining any existing political party in Tamil Nadu, including TVK, and is instead preparing to launch an independent political outfit.

Tamil Nadu News: Dynamic IPS officer-turned-politician Annamalai is planning to quit the BJP and launch a party. While his exit might appear to be sudden, it comes amid a series of developments ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Here's what might have been the final push.

Before leaving for the national capital, Annamalai declined to comment in detail on the swirling rumours. He said, “Please wait. We will sit down and talk in two days, fueling speculations.