C Joseph Vijay Set to Take Oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on May 10
Vijay oath ceremony date and time: Check details about TVK chief taking oath as Tamil Nadu CM
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C Joseph Vijay, leader of the Tamil Nadu Vanniyar Katchi (TVK), will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10 at 10:00 AM. His appointment follows support from smaller parties, securing a total of 120 MLAs in favor of his government formation.
- 01C Joseph Vijay appointed as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
- 02Oath ceremony scheduled for May 10 at Nehru Stadium in Chennai.
- 03Vijay's coalition includes support from smaller parties, securing 120 MLAs.
- 04Governor has directed Vijay to seek a vote of confidence by May 13.
- 05Prominent leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, will attend the ceremony.
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C Joseph Vijay, the leader of the Tamil Nadu Vanniyar Katchi (TVK), has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after securing support from smaller parties, including the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML). His coalition has garnered the backing of 120 MLAs, with the TVK winning 108 seats independently. The oath-taking ceremony is set for May 10 at 10:00 AM at Nehru Stadium in Chennai. The event will be broadcasted live across various platforms, reflecting its political significance. Following the ceremony, the Governor has instructed Vijay to seek a vote of confidence in the Assembly by May 13. Vijay is expected to meet with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to formally claim the government formation, presenting letters of support from allied parties.
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The formation of the new government under C Joseph Vijay may lead to changes in local policies and governance in Tamil Nadu, affecting various sectors.
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