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Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Reshuffles Cabinet Again, Reassigns Key Portfolios

In a second shake-up within two weeks, Stalin reallocates mining and law portfolios to address corruption concerns and strengthen leadership ahead of the 2026 elections.

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Duraimurugan is the second in the pecking order after chief minister M K Stalin in the cabinet as well as in the party. (HT Photo)

Overview

  • Chief Minister M.K. Stalin transferred the Mines and Minerals portfolio from senior DMK leader K. Duraimurugan to S. Raghupathy, now designated as Minister for Natural Resources.
  • Duraimurugan, who retains the Water Resources ministry, was reassigned to oversee the Law portfolio in the latest cabinet adjustments.
  • The reshuffle follows mounting allegations of illegal mining, including the murder of activist Akbar Ali, and aims to address public and opposition criticism.
  • This marks the second cabinet overhaul in 15 days, reflecting Stalin's strategy to consolidate leadership and refresh the DMK's image ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
  • The Enforcement Directorate's ongoing investigation into Duraimurugan's son and recent judicial actions against other DMK ministers highlight the party's intensified scrutiny over corruption.