Tamil Nadu BJP President K. Annamalai campaigned for former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam in Ramanathapuram, stating that Panneerselvam was contesting on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who couldn’t run from the constituency. Annamalai highlighted Panneerselvam’s close ties with Modi, suggesting that electing a former Chief Minister would bring significant benefits to the district. Panneerselvam’s candidacy symbolizes Modi’s special regard for both him and Ramanathapuram, according to Annamalai, who emphasized the potential for enhanced development under Panneerselvam’s representation.