TTV Dinakaran Warns Of CBI Probe Over Possible Cabinet Berths To Expelled MLAs

TTV Dhinakaran on Saturday sparked a fresh political controversy in Tamil Nadu after warning that he would seek a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe if any MLA expelled from his party or the AIADMK is given a cabinet berth by actor-turned-politician Vijay.

Addressing reporters, Dhinakaran alleged that offering ministerial positions to expelled legislators could raise suspicions of "horse trading" and backdoor political deals. He said such appointments would not be viewed as ordinary political decisions and could warrant a detailed investigation by central agencies.

The AMMK leader asserted that party discipline must be respected and claimed that leaders who were removed from their respective parties should not be rewarded with positions of power. He also indicated that any move to induct such MLAs into a future cabinet would be closely monitored.

The remarks come amid growing political speculation over Vijay's evolving political strategy ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Vijay, who recently intensified his political activities through his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has been drawing attention from leaders across the state's political spectrum.

Dhinakaran's comments are expected to trigger sharp reactions in Tamil Nadu politics, where alliances, defections and cabinet speculation are already becoming major talking points before the election season gains momentum.