C Joseph Vijay, the founder of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10, 2026, at a ceremony held at Chennai's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. This event signifies a major political shift, as it marks the first time in nearly 70 years that a party other than the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) or All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has formed the government in Tamil Nadu. With 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly, TVK has gained support from other parties, including the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), bringing its total to 120 seats, surpassing the majority mark. The ceremony was attended by thousands of supporters and notable figures such as Rahul Gandhi, highlighting the national significance of this political transition. Vijay's administration has promised to prioritize women's welfare and youth employment, aiming to establish a government free of corruption. Notably, Vijay is the first actor in Tamil Nadu to secure a majority mandate and become Chief Minister in his first electoral attempt.