Speculation is rife regarding the elevation of Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, to the position of Deputy Chief Minister. Multiple sources, including ministers Gingee K.S. Masthan and T.M. Anbarasan, have indicated that such an announcement is imminent, with expectations ranging from a week to even sooner. Udhayanidhi, currently the Youth Wing Secretary and Sports Minister, has deferred the decision to his father, emphasizing that it is the Chief Minister's prerogative. The potential move has generated significant excitement among DMK cadres and senior party members, while also attracting criticism from the opposition AIADMK, which sees it as a sign of dynastic politics. Udhayanidhi himself has downplayed the speculation, noting that all ministers serve as deputies to the Chief Minister.