Udhayanidhi Stalin - son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and the state's Sports Minister - is set to be promoted to the Deputy Chief Minister's post, sources told NDTV Wednesday, saying a formal announcement is expected from Governor RN Ravi.

DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin is likely to be appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Currently holding the position of Sports and Youth Welfare Minister in Tamil Nadu government, Udhayanidhi’s possible elevation is expected in the next 24 hours, India Today reported citing sources.

Tamil Nadu Minister Tha Mo Anbarasan has indicated that Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, is likely to be announced as the Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu within the next 7 to 10 days.

Speculation about Udhayanidhi Stalin's elevation to No. 2 in the state government peaked after MK Stalin hinted at elevating him to the Deputy Chief Minister's post earlier this month.

Amid ongoing speculation about the possible promotion of Udhayanidhi Stalin to Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, the current Sports Minister.

Tamil Nadu Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said on Wednesday that Chief Minister MK Stalin will decide whether to elevate him as Deputy CM.

Chennai: Chief Minister M K Stalin has sought an appointment with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, September 20, to press for the release of the pending funds due to the State.