Tamil Nadu government appoints Rickey Pandit Vettrivel as OSD (Political) to CM Vijay (opens original article in a new tab)

The Tamil Nadu government appointed Rickey Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty (Political) to Chief Minister Vijay, prompting criticism from VCK and CPI(M) leaders over his background as an astrologer and potential influence on political decisions.

• Rickey Pandit Vettrivel appointed as OSD (Political) to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay
• VCK chief criticizes appointment, questioning if based on political spokesperson role
• CPI(M) state secretary condemns appointment, citing concerns about scientific temper and astrology