Tamil Nadu's DGP Appointment Controversy: A Clash of State and Union Interests

Tamil Nadu Minister S Reghupathy criticized AIADMK chief Palaniswami for questioning the temporary DGP appointment, highlighting the AIADMK's role in introducing acting DGPs. The delay in appointing a permanent DGP is attributed to Union government preferences, igniting a debate on state rights vs federal intervention.

Tamil Nadu is currently embroiled in a controversy over the appointment of a permanent Director General of Police (DGP), with accusations flying between political leaders. State Minister S Reghupathy has targeted AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami, accusing him of lacking the moral ground to critique the current scenario.

Reghupathy emphasized that the AIADMK itself had initiated the use of acting DGPs in the past, criticizing Palaniswami's recent outcry as hypocritical. He further explained that the delay in appointing a permanent DGP stems from the Union government and the UPSC's interest in placing their preferred candidates in Tamil Nadu.

The Supreme Court has also become involved, directing a swift resolution and criticizing the temporary appointment. The ongoing dispute, which began after the retirement of the previous DGP, underscores broader tensions between Tamil Nadu's state government and federal authorities over the assertion of state rights.

(With inputs from agencies.)