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Chief minister M K Stalin suggested that a cabinet reshuffle and the elevation of sports minister Udhayanidhi Stalin might be forthcoming. Although speculation has been high and no official announcement made, his remarks have elicited responses from party members. During his visit to Kolathur, Stalin also reviewed various development projects.

Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi argued that secularism is a European concept irrelevant to India, asserting it was inserted into the Constitution by an insecure Prime Minister during the emergency. His statements prompted criticism from political parties, who highlighted the necessity of secularism and called on him to uphold his constitutional responsibilities.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized dynastic politics, emphasizing BJP's commitment to equal opportunities for all members. At a membership drive in Chennai, she highlighted initiatives like extending the Kisan credit scheme to fishermen. In Puducherry, she shared a nostalgic moment with her former teacher, who praised her early political knowledge.

The Enforcement Directorate has attached Rs 55 crore assets, including a hotel, bungalow, and luxury vehicles, from expelled dmk functionary Jaffer Sadiq in Chennai. Accused of running a drug cartel and laundering proceeds through shell entities, Sadiq was arrested along with his brother for smuggling pseudoephedrine and ketamine to foreign countries.