Edappadi K. Palaniswami vs Veluthampi Dalawa

Palaniswami expanded the 'Amma' canteen network across Tamil Nadu, providing subsidized meals to the urban poor. The program aimed to ensure food security and was praised for its efficiency.

Palaniswami was chosen as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after the death of Jayalalithaa and the resignation of O. Panneerselvam. He led the AIADMK government, focusing on welfare and infrastructure.

Palaniswami's government implemented the Kalaignar housing scheme, providing free houses to the homeless and poor. The program constructed thousands of homes, but faced delays and allegations of corruption.

Palaniswami's AIADMK was defeated by the DMK-led alliance in the 2021 Tamil Nadu assembly elections. The loss ended his tenure as Chief Minister, attributed to anti-incumbency and the COVID-19 pandemic response.

Veluthampi Dalawa was appointed as the Diwan (prime minister) of Travancore by the Maharaja. He inherited a state burdened by debts and British interference, and immediately began administrative and financial reforms.

Veluthampi Dalawa implemented financial reforms to reduce Travancore's debt to the British East India Company. He also reorganized the army and attempted to reduce British influence, which led to growing tension with the Company.

Veluthampi Dalawa issued the Kundara Proclamation, calling on the people of Travancore to rise against British rule. He denounced British interference and urged resistance, marking the start of an open rebellion.

After British forces defeated the Travancore army, Veluthampi Dalawa was pursued by Company troops. To avoid capture, he committed suicide at the temple of Mannadi. His death ended the rebellion and solidified British control over Travancore.