AIADMK leader S. Semmalai says the Governor should act on Sasikala's letter. "Chinnamma [Sasikala] is Amma's political heir. She has a lot of experience, will deliver good governance."
Minister O.S. Manian says Ms. Sasikala swearing-in will happen soon. Minister Ma Foi Pandiarajan reiterates that Sasikala enjoys the support of the majority of the party leaders. "As soon as the Governor comes, Chinnamma will be sworn in as Chief Minister. We are all unanimous in our support for her."
(This news report was first published in The Hindu online edition)