Thalapathy Vijay Sworn in as 13th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
'C. Joseph Vijay ennum naan': Vijay sworn in as 13th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu; Watch
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Thalapathy Vijay, the actor-turned-politician, was sworn in as the 13th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in a ceremony held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. His swift rise to power marks a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape, ending decades of dominance by the DMK and AIADMK parties.
- 01Thalapathy Vijay took oath as Tamil Nadu's 13th Chief Minister.
- 02The swearing-in ceremony was attended by thousands, including prominent political leaders.
- 03Vijay's party, TVK, secured a majority with support from multiple parties.
- 04This event marks a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political dynamics.
- 05Vijay's family expressed immense pride during the ceremony.
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In a historic event, Thalapathy Vijay was sworn in as the 13th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai. The ceremony, administered by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, was attended by thousands of supporters and notable political figures, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Just six days after the Assembly election results, Vijay's party, the Tamil Nadu Vikas Katchi (TVK), formed a coalition with Congress, VCK, CPI, CPM, and IUML to achieve a majority of 118 seats. This marks a pivotal moment in Tamil Nadu's political history, ending a nearly 60-year dominance by the DMK and AIADMK parties. Vijay's parents were present at the ceremony, with his mother calling it the best Mother’s Day gift, highlighting the personal significance of the occasion.
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Vijay's leadership could lead to new policies and changes in governance, impacting the lives of Tamil Nadu residents.
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