Congress leader Karti Chidambaram warns Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay against incorporating rebel AIADMK MLAs into his government. Both outlets report that Chidambaram frames the move as inconsistent with what he says was the electorate’s mandate. He argues voters have not endorsed either the AIADMK or the DMK, and therefore a government that includes members from a splinter AIADMK faction would conflict with that position. Chidambaram also cautions that bringing in the rebel group could erode Vijay’s goodwill and credibility, suggesting the decision could undermine public confidence. He urges Vijay to maintain the government’s independence from the two major rival parties and to stay aligned with the mandate expressed in the election results. The warnings are presented as a political caution rather than a direct claim of any legal or administrative issue, with the focus on credibility and mandate alignment.