C Joseph Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu during a ceremony at Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. In his inaugural speech, he emphasized his commitment to transparency, stating, “There will not be any power centres other than me,” as he positioned himself as the sole authority in governance. Vijay outlined significant initiatives, including a crackdown on drug abuse and enhanced safety measures for women, promising that “I will ensure strict safety for women.” He also addressed the financial challenges inherited from the previous administration, claiming Tamil Nadu is burdened with a debt of over ₹10 lakh crore (approximately $1.2 billion USD). He assured the public of his integrity, stating, “I will not touch even a single paisa of public money,” and called for collective efforts to rebuild the state. His speech signaled a new political era focused on social justice and accountability, reflecting the aspirations of his supporters following TVK's successful electoral debut.