PM Modi Congratulates C Joseph Vijay on Becoming Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister
PM Modi Speaks To TVK’s Vijay Over Call, Congratulates Him On Taking Oath As Tamil Nadu CM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated C Joseph Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), on his swearing-in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Vijay's party made a significant impact in the 2026 Assembly elections, winning 108 seats and forming a government with support from several other parties.
- 01C Joseph Vijay is the first Chief Minister from the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).
- 02Vijay was sworn in by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar in Chennai.
- 03The TVK won 108 seats in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
- 04Vijay's government is supported by Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK, and the Indian Union Muslim League.
- 05Vijay, a popular film actor, is seen as a significant political figure in Tamil Nadu.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with C Joseph Vijay, the newly sworn-in Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu from the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), congratulating him on his election. The oath-taking ceremony took place in Chennai, with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administering the oath. Vijay's rise to power marks a notable shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape, as the TVK made its electoral debut in the 2026 Assembly elections, winning 108 out of 234 seats. Although the party did not achieve a majority, it successfully formed a government with the support of several allied parties, including Congress and CPI. Political analysts have drawn comparisons between Vijay's popularity, especially as a film actor known as 'Thalapathy', and that of former Chief Minister MG Ramachandran. His entry into politics highlights the longstanding tradition in Tamil Nadu of actors taking on influential roles in governance.
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Vijay's leadership could influence policy directions in Tamil Nadu, particularly in areas such as entertainment, infrastructure, and social welfare, reflecting the interests of his supporters.
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