BJP’s Tamil Nadu unit president Annamalai has accused Chief Minister Stalin of insulting Prime Minister Modi by skipping an event in Rameswaram. Annamalai criticized Stalin for not attending the event, which was attended by the Prime Minister, calling it a deliberate snub. The event was held to mark the inauguration of a memorial for former President APJ Abdul Kalam. Annamalai alleged that Stalin’s absence was a sign of disrespect towards the Prime Minister and the late President Kalam. The BJP leader also accused the Chief Minister of playing divisive politics and urged him to set aside political differences for the greater good of the state. The allegations come amidst growing tensions between the BJP and the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu. The BJP has been trying to make inroads in the state, which has traditionally been a stronghold of the DMK and AIADMK. The accusations against Stalin are likely to further strain the already tense relationship between the two parties. The BJP has been critical of the DMK government on various issues, including its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and law and order situation in the state. The accusations by Annamalai are seen as an attempt to score political points against the ruling party.