In an interview with India Today, BJP Tamil Nadu State Secretary Vinoj P. Selvam hit out at the ruling TVK administration over the proposal for a separate state flag, describing it as an attempt to divert attention from governance shortcomings. Selvam remarked, ‘Trying to talk about introduction of a new flag, it just seems like a move to promote separatism in the state of Tamil Nadu.’ He stressed that national pride and Tamil pride are complementary and called on the government to strengthen Tamil-medium education and back the New Education Policy. Turning to corruption allegations surrounding Minister Rajmohan regarding an alleged five crore bribe offer for a post at E.I. Isai Nadaga Mandram, Selvam demanded a CBI inquiry to expose those involved. He also criticised opposition figures, citing Durai Vaiko delivering a speech in Hindi at a mock parliament, accusing regional leaders of political hypocrisy and dividing the state through language politics.