During the Tamil Nadu Assembly session, Udhayanidhi Stalin (Leader of Opposition and DMK MLA) called for the eradication of Sanatan Dharma, stating it divides people. His comments were met with fierce criticism from the BJP, with spokesperson CR Kesavan accusing him of divisive hate politics and disrespecting Hindu beliefs. Kesavan compared Stalin to Rahul Gandhi, suggesting both promote divisive narratives. The BJP emphasized that the people of Tamil Nadu would not tolerate such remarks against their faith, referencing past controversies involving the DMK's stance on Hindu traditions. This incident occurred during the first Assembly session following significant electoral victories for the Tamil Nadu Vanniyar Katchi (TVK), which saw MLA JCD Prabhakar elected as Speaker. Udhayanidhi also raised concerns about the order of state songs during the swearing-in ceremony, insisting that Tamil Nadu's state song should take precedence over Vande Mataram.