M.K. Stalin (Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and president of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam party) launched a strong critique against the ruling AINRC-BJP coalition government in Puducherry, urging citizens to reject the administration he claims has 'ruined' the Union Territory. During a campaign for the upcoming Assembly elections, he emphasized the collective sentiment of the people in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry for the return of the 'Dravidian Model' government. Stalin pointed out that despite repeated resolutions for statehood, the central government has not acted. He accused the ruling coalition of treating Puducherry like a panchayat and diminishing the powers of elected officials, stating that the Chief Minister, N. Rangasamy, is merely a puppet under the control of the Lieutenant Governor. Furthermore, he criticized the imposition of the CBSE curriculum in primary schools, arguing it undermines the Tamil language and culture. Stalin assured the people that if elected, his party would implement progressive policies from Tamil Nadu in Puducherry, promising a transformation from what he termed 'Worst Puducherry' to a better future.