As the 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections approach, a heartwarming trend is emerging where teachers are taking to the campaign trails to support their former students. In Chennai, J Amalorpavanathan, a professor at Madras Medical College, is actively campaigning for N Ezhilan, the DMK candidate for the Thousand Lights constituency. Amalorpavanathan praised Ezhilan for his pivotal role in establishing an advanced toxicology center at the college, which has become a key facility for handling complex poisoning cases nationwide. He emphasized Ezhilan's ability to tackle difficult issues, both as a doctor and a politician, and expressed his voluntary support for his former student. Similarly, in Oddanchatram, R Nedumaran, an English professor, is campaigning for R Sakkarapani, the current minister and his former student. Nedumaran publicly declared his support at an alumni meeting, showcasing the pride educators feel for their students' achievements. This trend highlights the enduring relationships between teachers and students and their shared commitment to community development.