BJP State President of Tamil Nadu, K Annamalai, responded sharply to Kanimozhi's remark about the BJP's electoral performance by highlighting her familial political legacy. He retorted that his father is not Mr. Karunanidhi, subtly insinuating that he doesn't rely on a dynastic political foundation for his success. Annamalai's retort underscores the political landscape's nuances in Tamil Nadu, where familial legacies often dominate. His statement not only defends his party's electoral record but also asserts his individual merit and independence from established political dynasties, adding depth to the ongoing political discourse in the region.

The hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu’s Kallakurichi has claimed lives of 38 people with several others hospitalized. Meanwhile, Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay expressed condolences and called the incident 'shocking and heartbreaking' and visited Government Medical College in Kallakurichi and met the victims of Hooch tragedy.