On Tuesday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, who leads the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party, engaged with residents in Sirkazhi town, located in Mayiladuthurai district. As part of his early morning outreach campaign for the 2026 Assembly elections, he visited a local tea shop, interacted with voters, and solicited support for the DMK-led alliance. During his walk, large crowds gathered to see him, many taking selfies and expressing their support. Stalin, who is contesting from the Kolathur constituency, has been actively campaigning across the state. He has vocally criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led central government on various issues, including minority rights and federal funding, asserting that these policies undermine the interests of Tamil Nadu. He also condemned the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment (FCRA) Bill, 2026, claiming it disproportionately targets minority communities, particularly Christian institutions. The Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are set for April 23, with vote counting scheduled for May 4.