India, May 21 -- A political controversy has resurfaced in Tamil Nadu after the national song Vande Mataram was played before the Tamil Nadu state song during the swearing-in ceremony of newly inducted ministers in Chief Minister Vijay's expanded cabinet.

The development triggered criticism from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), which accused the government of promoting "BJP-style politics" and ignoring long-followed state traditions.

The issue revolves around the order in which songs were played at the official ceremony. Traditionally, Tamil Nadu government functions begin with Tamil Thai Vaazhthu (the state song) and conclude with the national anthem.

However, at the ceremony, Vande Mataram reportedly preceded both the national an...