New Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay Takes Immediate Action on Key Promises
Free electricity, women's safety: Vijay's first actions after taking oath as Tamil Nadu's chief minister
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C. Joseph Vijay, newly sworn-in Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, has swiftly initiated key policy actions, including providing 200 units of free electricity and establishing a special force for women's safety. His government, supported by various parties, aims to prioritize social justice and combat drug trafficking.
- 01C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
- 02He signed orders for 200 units of free electricity for domestic consumers.
- 03A special force for women's safety and anti-drug trafficking units will be established.
- 04The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as the single-largest party, winning 108 seats.
- 05Vijay's coalition government has secured support from Congress and other parties to reach a majority.
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C. Joseph Vijay has officially begun his tenure as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, following his oath-taking ceremony on Sunday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. Immediately after taking office, he signed several orders to fulfill key campaign promises, including providing 200 units of free electricity to domestic consumers. Additionally, he announced the establishment of a special force aimed at enhancing women's safety and units to combat drug trafficking across the state. In his inaugural address, Vijay emphasized a commitment to 'real secularism and social justice' and expressed gratitude to the Congress party and other allies for their support in forming the government. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as the single-largest party in the assembly elections, winning 108 seats out of 234, but required coalition support to achieve a majority. With backing from Congress and other parties, Vijay's government now holds 120 seats, surpassing the majority mark of 118.
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The introduction of free electricity and enhanced women's safety measures will significantly benefit residents of Tamil Nadu, particularly low-income households and women.
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