In Tamil Nadu, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin opted for a chartered flight instead of a scheduled commercial flight to Trichy to avoid a confrontation with his political rival, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, the General Secretary of the AIADMK party. Tensions between the two leaders have escalated during the ongoing election campaign, with personal attacks becoming commonplace. Udhayanidhi had planned a tour covering six constituencies, including Thanjavur, Perambalur, and Ariyalur, and was alerted on the morning of his flight that Palaniswami would be on the same flight. To prevent any unwanted incidents at Trichy airport, where supporters from both parties were expected to gather, Udhayanidhi's team quickly arranged for a chartered aircraft. This incident highlights the charged atmosphere of the election campaign in Tamil Nadu, where both leaders have been trading barbs and engaging in personal jibes.