In a public meeting in Tirupattur, Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister M K Stalin criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for allegedly using 'unverified data' to target the state. He questioned the dignity of the Prime Minister's office, arguing that such behavior is unbecoming of someone in that position. Stalin emphasized that the upcoming 2026 assembly elections should be viewed as a 'Thanksgiving festival' celebrating the successes of the Dravidian Model. He urged Modi to consult the Union government's economic survey and international assessments before making claims against Tamil Nadu. Furthermore, Stalin condemned the Parliament's special session on constituency delimitation, calling it a 'fascist conspiracy' aimed at punishing states that have successfully implemented population control measures. He directed all DMK MPs to travel to Delhi to oppose this initiative, asserting that the party will not allow Tamil Nadu's voice to be suppressed. 'State rights are like the veshti we wear; it is our life's core principle,' he declared, reaffirming the DMK's role as a protector of Tamil Nadu's interests against central government overreach.