The political landscape in Tamil Nadu has intensified following the recent arrest of a former DMK minister. In response, the IT wing of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)—a party led by actor-turned-politician Vijay—has utilized social media to launch a pointed attack against Chief Minister MK Stalin.

The TVK’s campaign centers on a reference to a "Bengal monitor lizard," a jab that invokes previous comments made by DMK leader Anbil Mahesh. These comments were originally directed at Vijay following a 2025 stampede at a TVK rally in Karur, which resulted in the deaths of 41 people. By resurfacing these remarks, the TVK is attempting to shift the narrative surrounding the current arrest back toward the DMK’s past criticisms of their leadership.

While the arrest of the former minister serves as the primary catalyst for the current tension, the discourse has quickly evolved into a broader exchange of political grievances. The TVK’s strategy appears designed to highlight perceived hypocrisy within the ruling party, contrasting the current legal troubles of the DMK with the party's previous handling of the Karur tragedy. As of now, the DMK has not issued a formal, detailed rebuttal to these specific social media posts, leaving the public debate largely driven by the TVK’s online messaging.