TamilNadu Chief Minister M.K.Stalin turned emotional on Friday while paying hisrespects before his late father and former Chief Minister M.Karunanidhi'sportrait at the latter's residence in Gopalapuram on Friday.
Stalindrove to Karunanidhi's residence at Gopalapuram from Raj Bhavan after takingoath of office and secrecy as Chief Minister.
Payinghis floral tributes to Karunanidhi's photograph, Stalin with a small handgesture conveyed that his father was not there to see him become the ChiefMinister of the state.
Stalin'ssister Selvi quickly consoled him. Earlieron entering Karunanidhi's residence where his mother resides now, some partycadres burst crackers as a mark of celebration to which Stalin immediatelyshowed his displeasure.
Stalincame to Karunanidhi's residence to seek his mother's blessings.
AtRaj Bhavan, Stalin's wife Durga turned emotional on hearing her husband saying`"I Muthuvel Karunanidhia", while being administered Oath of Officeand Oath of Secrecy.