Anbumani Ramadoss, leader of the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) party, voiced strong criticism against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, claiming that the DMK has strayed from its foundational principles established during its rise to power in 1967. He expressed concerns regarding the deteriorating law and order situation in the state, emphasizing that the DMK has failed to uphold its commitments to the Tamil language and social justice. Ramadoss proposed the implementation of a 'social justice' census to better understand the socio-economic conditions of various communities in Tamil Nadu, arguing that such data is crucial for effective governance and development. He noted that while the DMK has made promises, a small group of ministers around Stalin has hindered progress on important issues. Additionally, Ramadoss expressed his support for Edappadi K. Palaniswami, leader of the AIADMK, as a potential Chief Minister, indicating a collaborative effort among like-minded parties to challenge the DMK's governance.