Thol Thirumavalavan, leader of VCK, is advocating for a strict anti-liquor policy in Tamil Nadu, which has led to tensions with the DMK due to the state's reliance on liquor revenue. CM Stalin supports a phased prohibition once alternative funds are secured. Thirumavalavan’s invitation to AIADMK for an anti-liquor conference sparked political speculation, but he insists the focus is social reform, not elections​.