Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin criticized opposition leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami for questioning the naming of welfare schemes after former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. Stalin defended the use of Karunanidhi's name, highlighting his contributions to the state and people. He also accused Palaniswami of compromising his integrity for political gain, referencing an incident where Palaniswami prostrated before a former party leader.
