The appointment of a Director General of Police (DGP) in Tamil Nadu has catalyzed a significant political confrontation. Minister S Reghupathy has openly challenged AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami's competence to question the interim DGP appointment, citing the previous AIADMK government's own introduction of the acting DGP concept.

Reghupathy's comments followed criticism from the Leader of the Opposition, accusing Chief Minister M K Stalin of stalling the permanent DGP appointment for political gain ahead of the 2026 Assembly Elections. He argued that the delay stems from the Union government's intention to install its preferred candidate, infringing on Tamil Nadu's rights.

The Supreme Court, embroiled in this controversy, has urged an expedited process, emphasizing its disapproval

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