Chennai, June 5 -- Abhilash Gopinathan on Friday resigned from the post of State Legal Convener of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM), Tamil Nadu, and also quit the primary membership of the Bharatiya Janata Party with immediate effect following K Annamalai's resignation.

In his resignation letter, Gopinathan said his decision was influenced by his belief in the leadership and vision of former Tamil Nadu BJP chief Annamalai.

"My decision is driven by my conviction to follow the path and vision of K Annamalai, whose leadership, integrity, and commitment to public life inspired me to enter politics and continue to influence my political journey," the resignation letter read.

Speaking to ANI, Gopinathan said young party workers looke...