Chennai, Sept. 19 -- In a sudden decision that has set political tongues wagging, the OBC-Vanniyar dominated Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK), a key constituent of the NDA headed by the AIADMK in Tamil Nadu, has decided not to support any political party in the October six Assembly bypolls to the reserved Madurantakam and Dharapuram seats, which would witness a tough five-cornered contest.

PMK President and Rajya Sabha MP Anbumani Ramadoss announced the decision last night after holding detailed consultations with senior party leaders and office-bearers,He said the party would maintain a neutral stand and decided not to support any party in the bypolls, though Madurantakam comes under the Northern districts where the PMK has a considerable Vann...