Chennai, June 4 -- Escalating the DMK's offensive against the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday likened the state government to comedian Vadivelu's famous "13 jokers" dialogue, dismissing the ruling administration as a chaotic ensemble of performers ill-equipped to govern the state.

Speaking at a Thanksgiving meeting for DMK functionaries at the YMCA Grounds in Royapettah, Udhayanidhi launched a fierce critique of the government's composition, alleging that the Cabinet is populated by individuals facing grave accusations rather than seasoned administrators.

Beyond the "13 jokers" jibe, Udhayanidhi targeted the ethical standing of the government, listing ...