In Chennai, VCK MP D Ravikumar has voiced strong opposition to the potential induction of AIADMK rebel MLAs into the Tamil Nadu cabinet. He cautioned Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay against offering ministerial positions to these MLAs, who supported the government during a recent trust vote. Ravikumar warned that such appointments could raise significant questions regarding political morality and ethical standards. He pointed out that the 25 AIADMK MLAs who voted in favor of the government may be subject to disqualification under the anti-defection law. Citing a Supreme Court ruling, he stated that only AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami possesses the authority to appoint the party whip. Although the court clarified that MLAs facing disqualification can still be appointed as ministers, Ravikumar insisted that legality should not be the only consideration in matters of constitutional morality. He proposed that the rebel MLAs should resign and seek a fresh mandate if they wish to join the ministry. Additionally, DMDK general secretary Premallatha Vijayakant called for transparency from the government regarding the AIADMK rebels' support, emphasizing the need for open political practices to gain public trust.