Udhayanidhi's 'untimely' elevation as deputy CM may be used against the party, for critics to argue that the DMK's 'first family's is not concerned about anything else but their clan's welfare. If packaged and delivered properly,

Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of Chief Minister M K Stalin, was appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister in Tamil Nadu's cabinet. He now ranks third in seniority after CM Stalin and Water Resources Minister Duraimurugan.

At that time, the news was trickling in (through the grapevine) that third generation leader from the M Karunanidhi family was set to be formally anointed as the number two in the state cabinet just below his father, the second generation leader from the Karunanidhi family, M K Stalin.

High-profile DMK leader V Senthil Balaji, who was days ago granted bail by the Supreme Court in a money laundering case, was sworn in as minister by Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi here on Sunday. Three other DMK legislators,

Udhayanidhi Stalin's recent appointment as Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister marks a significant step in his political journey, following his family's legacy. With a blend of youthful ambition and political heritage,

Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin was congratulated by alliance parties, film stars, and business leaders while facing criticism from opposition parties. Supporters such as Akhilesh Yadav and Rajinikanth extended their best wishes.