Sparks fly in TN Assembly over alliance shiftsTamil Nadu Assembly proceedings turned heated as O Panneerselvam and treasury benches exchanged personal barbs over alliance changes, political loyalties and unfulfilled election promises. The debate quickly turned personal as members traded barbs over changing political allegiances. “I carry his photo to express my gratitude to him,” the former chief minister explained. Taking exception to the remarks, Sengottaiyan clarified that he was not questioning personal photographs he displayed, but found the opposition leader’s remarks about the budget degrading. “He served as chief minister three times under Amma’s (Jayalalithaa) leadership.