In Tamil Nadu, actor Trisha Krishnan issued a strong statement condemning alleged derogatory remarks by state BJP chief Nainar Nagendran, who later said he did not intend to hurt anyone. The controversy comes amid intensifying political exchanges ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, with reactions from leaders across parties including the DMK and BJP.
In Kerala, senior Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar stirred a storm by predicting another term for Pinarayi Vijayan and criticising Congress leaders, prompting sharp rebuttals from within the party.
Meanwhile in Karnataka, Congress leader Priyank Kharge faced backlash over remarks on coastal investment climate and allegations concerning the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.
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