TVK Vijay Oath Taking Ceremony Live Updates: PM Modi speaks to TVK's Vijay, congratulates him on taking oath as TN CM
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THE TIMES OF INDIA | May 10, 2026, 23:03:43 IST
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TVK Vijay Oath Taking Ceremony Live Updates: PM Modi speaks to TVK's Vijay, congratulates him on taking oath as TN CM

TVK chief Vijay on Sunday took oath as Tamil Nadu’s new chief minister after securing the support of the VCK and IUML, taking the number of MLAs backing him to 120 — two above the majority mark of 118.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam secured recognition as an official political party after crossing 50 lakh votes in its debut Tamil Nadu assembly election, an unprecedented entry for a first-time contestant.

Party founder and actor Vijay personally led from the front, holding strong leads in both Perambur and Trichy East constituencies.

The results marked a significant shift in Tamil Nadu's political landscape, signalling that the state's voters are open to a credible third alternative beyond the DMK-AIADMK duopoly.

MGR, the biggest crossover star from cinema to Tamil Nadu politics, never drank or smoked on screen. He was fair complexioned. For someone who claims to be the next MGR in Tamil Nadu politics, Vijay did - on screen - everything that MGR didn't: he played an alcoholic professor, a gangster, and a morally conflicted man. Yet, he seems to be on the way to becoming the next MGR in politics.

Vijay was a contrarian through his campaign: he avoided media interviews and did fewer public shows than chief minister M K Stalin and opposition leader Edappadi K Palaniswami. On the last day of the campaign, he blew a whistle (his party symbol) and offered a quid pro quo: "Give me one thing I ask - your vote - and I will give you all you ask for five years."

In a major political development, Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam (AMMK) on Friday extended its support to All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) in Tamil Nadu, while urging the Governor to invite the party to form the government.

In a letter addressed to the Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, AMMK General Secretary TTV Dhinakaran wrote that the party supports AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi Palanisami's claim to form the government. He urged the Governor to invite EPS to form the government and "be sworn in as the Chief Minister of the state."

AMMK secured only 1 seat in the assembly elections. Dhinakaran, in the letter, said that MLA-elect Kamaraj S, supports the party stance.

"I, TTV Dhinakaran, General Secretary of Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam hereby extend my full support to the claim of Thiru. Edappadi K.Palaniswami to form the new Government of the State of Tamil Nadu. Our Party Candidate Mr.Kamaraj.S who contested in Mannargudi Constituency (167) have been elected as MLA of the Constituency. Mr.Kamaraj.S MLA of Mannargudi Constituency (167) have also signed this Letter in support of the above claim. It is humbly requested that Thiru Edappadi K.Palaniswami be invited to form the new Government and be sworn in as the Chief Minister, of the State of Tamil Nadu," the letter read.
23:03 (IST) May 10
VCK backs Vijay govt; Thirumavalavan extends support to new Tamil Nadu CM
Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) chief Thol Thirumavalavan announced his party’s support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government led by chief minister C Joseph Vijay.

Thirumavalavan said, “I would like to express my heartfelt wishes to Sri Joseph Vijay, who became Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu today. We have decided to extend our support to Mr. Vijay.” The statement comes after Vijay assumed office following TVK’s victory in the Assembly elections.
22:11 (IST) May 10
Udhayanidhi Stalin congratulates Vijay, vows to be a “good opposition” as DMK Legislature Party leader
DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin on Sunday congratulated chief minister C Joseph Vijay and the new Tamil Nadu government while thanking party chief MK Stalin and DMK legislators for entrusting him with the responsibility of serving as the leader of the opposition in the 17th Tamil Nadu legislative assembly.

In a statement, Udhayanidhi said he would function as a “dynamic opposition” both inside and outside the Assembly and promised to raise the voice of the people through constructive criticism. “As our leader said, we will function not just as an opposition, but as a good opposition,” he said, adding that the DMK would act as a bridge between the people and the government.

Expressing gratitude to party leaders, cadres and the people of Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi pledged to discharge his responsibility with honesty and hard work.
21:36 (IST) May 10
VCK extends support to Vijay government; Thirumavalavan congratulates new Tamil Nadu CM
Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) chief Thol Thirumavalavan announced his party’s support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government led by chief minister C Joseph Vijay.

Thirumavalavan said, “I would like to express my heartfelt wishes to Sri Joseph Vijay who became chief minister of Tamil Nadu today. We have decided to extend our support to Mr Vijay.” The announcement comes after Vijay assumed office following TVK’s victory in the assembly elections.
21:14 (IST) May 10
BJP MP Ravi Kishan congratulates Vijay on becoming Tamil Nadu CM
BJP MP and actor Ravi Kishan on Sunday congratulated TVK chief C Joseph Vijay on taking oath as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu, expressing hope that the actor-turned-politician would deliver good governance.

Speaking in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, Ravi Kishan said, “I congratulate him. He won and became the CM. He is an artist, and I hope that he will do good work.”
21:06 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay assumed office on Sunday, which started with a series of political, administrative and symbolic moves.

​​The events starting from the oath ceremony included him having an unscripted moment, his first law and order review meeting at the Secretariat, welfare announcements, the appointment of a Pro-tem Speaker and controversy over protocol at the oath-taking event.

​​Vijay officially assumed office after leading Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to a historic victory in the 2026 Assembly elections.
20:35 (IST) May 10
TVK's Vijay's pictures hung inside Tamil Nadu secretariat
20:28 (IST) May 10
Vijay’s portraits installed at Tamil Nadu Secretariat after he assumes office as CM
Portraits of Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay were installed at the Tamil Nadu secretariat in Chennai after he formally assumed charge as the state’s new chief minister earlier in the day. The move came hours after Vijay took oath and began official duties at the Secretariat.
19:58 (IST) May 10
PM Modi speaks to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, congratulates him on taking oath
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay over the telephone and congratulated him on taking oath as the state’s new chief minister, sources told TOI. The conversation came shortly after Vijay formally assumed office following TVK’s victory in the assembly elections.
19:32 (IST) May 10
Former AIADMK leader MV Karuppaiah sworn in as Tamil Nadu Assembly Pro-tem Speaker
TVK MLA MV Karuppaiah, who was elected from the Sholavandan Assembly constituency, was sworn in as the Pro-tem Speaker of the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly ahead of the first session of the newly elected House. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath to Karuppaiah at a ceremony held at Lok Bhavan in Chennai in the presence of chief minister C Joseph Vijay.

Karuppaiah, a former AIADMK leader, joined the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) earlier this year after being sidelined in his former party. He had earlier represented the Sholavandan (Reserved) constituency as an AIADMK MLA between 2011 and 2016. Denied party tickets in the 2016 and 2021 Assembly elections, Karuppaiah later switched to TVK and was fielded by Vijay in the 2026 polls, where he returned victorious from the constituency.

As Pro-tem Speaker, Karuppaiah will administer the oath to newly elected MLAs and oversee the initial proceedings of the 234-member Assembly, whose first session is scheduled to begin on Monday. The election for Speaker and Deputy Speaker will be held on May 12.

TVK emerged as the single largest party in the Assembly elections with 108 seats and formed the government with the support of Congress, VCK, CPI, CPI(M) and IUML, ending decades of alternating rule by the DMK and AIADMK in Tamil Nadu.
19:21 (IST) May 10
Udhayanidhi Stalin elected DMK Legislature Party leader, KN Nehru named deputy
DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin has been elected as the leader of the DMK Legislature Party, while senior leader KN Nehru was chosen as the deputy leader and EV Velu appointed as the party whip.

The appointments were finalised during the DMK legislature party meeting held at Kalaignar Arangam in Anna Arivalayam, Chennai, under the leadership of party president MK Stalin on May 7. The meeting saw the announcement of key organisational and legislative positions within the party.
18:56 (IST) May 10
CPI state secretary M Veerapandiyan said that the 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu' (state song of Tamil Nadu) must be accorded the foremost place in the protocol of government ceremonies.

In a letter issued after the swearing-in ceremony of Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay, Veerapandiyan objected to the order in which songs were played during the event. The ceremony began with national song 'Vande Mataram', followed by the national anthem 'Jana Gana Mana', while the 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu' was played third.
18:29 (IST) May 10
'Vijay should have become CM earlier': Karnataka minister Satish Jarkiholi on Tamil Nadu leadership change
Karnataka minister Satish Jarkiholi said Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay should have assumed office earlier, alleging that the Governor had delayed the process.

Jarkiholi said, “Vijay should have become the CM of Tamil Nadu earlier. The Governor has delayed it a lot. It is satisfactory that he has been made the CM now.”

Commenting on political developments in neighbouring Kerala, the Congress leader added that the decision on who will become the chief minister there would be taken by Rahul Gandhi.
18:01 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets DK leader K Veeramani at Periyar Thidal
Newly appointed Tamil Nadu chief minister and TVK chief C Joseph Vijay met Dravidar Kazhagam (DK) president K Veeramani at Periyar Thidal in Chennai. The meeting comes shortly after Vijay assumed office as chief minister and amid a series of political outreach engagements following the formation of the new government.
16:58 (IST) May 10
17th Tamil Nadu assembly has been summoned to meet on Monday
16:51 (IST) May 10
First session of 17th Tamil Nadu Assembly to begin on May 11; speaker election on May 12
The first session of the 17th Tamil Nadu legislative assembly will commence at 9.30 am on Monday, May 11, at the assembly chamber in the secretariat, Chennai, according to an official press release issued by the assembly secretariat. Newly elected MLAs will take oath or affirmation during the session.

The assembly secretariat has also directed all elected members to bring their Certificate of Election while appearing to take oath.

Meanwhile, the election for the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is scheduled to be held at 9.30 am on Tuesday, May 12.
16:37 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay chairs first Secretariat meeting, reviews law and order situation
Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay chaired his first meeting at the state Secretariat after assuming office and reviewed the law and order situation across the state.

Senior officials briefed the chief minister on the prevailing security and administrative conditions during the meeting, which marked Vijay’s first official review as head of the government.
16:14 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay thanks Prime Minister Narendra Modi
16:12 (IST) May 10
'Looking forward to support from Centre': Tamil Nadu CM Vijay thanks PM Modi for wishes
Tamil Nadu chief minister and TVK chief C Joseph Vijay thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for congratulating him on assuming office as the state’s chief minister.

In a post on X, Vijay said, “I extend my sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Thiru @narendramodi Avl for his kind wishes on my assumption of office as the chief minister.”

Emphasising his government’s priorities, Vijay said the “sole objective” of his administration would be the welfare and progress of the people of Tamil Nadu. He also expressed hope for the Union government’s “active support and cooperation” for the state’s continued growth.
15:38 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu chief minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay resigned from the Tiruchirappalli East assembly constituency.

Vijay took oath as chief minister at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai before assuming office at the Secretariat housed inside the historic Fort St George complex. Addressing a large gathering after the swearing-in ceremony, Vijay said his government would mark the beginning of a “real, secular and social justice” era in Tamil Nadu.
15:28 (IST) May 10
DMK MP Kanimozhi congratulates Vijay on taking oath as Tamil Nadu CM
DMK MP Kanimozhi congratulated TVK chief C Joseph Vijay after he assumed office as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu.

In a post on X, Kanimozhi wrote, “Congratulations to Mr @TVKVijayHQ, who has assumed the role of chief minister of Tamil Nadu, and to the ministers who have taken up their responsibilities.”

His message came shortly after Vijay and his cabinet ministers took oath at the swearing-in ceremony.
15:23 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay resigns from Trichy East Assembly seat after taking oath
Tamil Nadu chief minister and TVK chief C Joseph Vijay resigned as MLA from the Tiruchirappalli (East) Assembly constituency shortly after assuming office, confirming that he will retain the Perambur seat.

Vijay had contested and won from two constituencies in the recently concluded assembly elections, Perambur and Tiruchirappalli (East), but was required under election rules to retain only one seat. His resignation from Tiruchirappalli (East) will now necessitate a bypoll in the constituency.
14:55 (IST) May 10
'Not dialogues, but words from heart': Actor V Natarajan on Vijay taking oath as Tamil Nadu CM
As TVK chief C Joseph Vijay took oath as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu, actor and producer V Natarajan praised the actor-turned-politician, calling him a “calm, humble and kind-hearted person.”

Speaking to reporters, Natarajan said he had known Vijay since his early days in cinema and expressed confidence in his leadership. He added that the promises made by Vijay during the election campaign “were not mere cinema dialogues, but words that came from his heart,” and said the new CM would provide Tamil Nadu with a “corruption-free and bribery-free administration.”
14:28 (IST) May 10
'We will do all good things': TVK minister Venkataramanan in new Vijay-led Tamil Nadu Govt
P Venkataramanan, newly inducted minister in the Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, on Sunday expressed happiness after being included in the Cabinet.

Speaking to ANI, Venkataramanan said the ministers would work under Vijay’s leadership for the welfare of the state.

“We are very happy and very proud to be citizens of Tamil Nadu. I have been given the Ministerial post, and under the leadership of our CM, we will do all the good things,” said the MLA from Chennai’s Mylapore constituency, who won the recent Assembly elections.
14:14 (IST) May 10
'He has been an inspiration to the family': Keerthana on Vijay taking charge as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
Among those congratulating Vijay after he was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday was his cousin Keerthana, who wished him success in his new political journey.

Keerthana said Vijay had always been an inspiration to the family and expressed confidence that he would work for the welfare of Tamil Nadu.

Speaking to ANI after the swearing-in ceremony, she said, “I congratulate him. He has been an inspiration to the family. He is going to do very well for Tamil Nadu. We are very excited to see what is going to happen here.”
13:53 (IST) May 10
I will be sole power centre, asserts Vijay after being sworn in as TN CM
Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday in a colourful ceremony attended by senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, marking the return of a non-DMK, non-AIADMK government in the state after six decades.

Addressing the gathering at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium after assuming office, Vijay said a new era committed to “real secularism and social justice” had begun in Tamil Nadu.

He also asserted that there would be no parallel power centres in the government, stressing that he alone would remain the centre of authority, in remarks seen as an apparent swipe at previous DMK and AIADMK administrations.
13:39 (IST) May 10
'Will do complete audit of all departments': Tamil Nadu minister R Nirmalkumar outlines newly elected TVK-led government's 'transparency plan'
R Nirmalkumar, newly sworn-in Tamil Nadu minister and leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, on Sunday thanked the people of the state for giving the party a strong mandate and promised transparent governance from the very first day.

Speaking to reporters after taking oath alongside chief minister C Joseph Vijay and eight other ministers, Nirmalkumar said, “The people of Tamil Nadu have trusted our party and our leader and given maximum votes to us. From day one, we'll work to fulfil the promises.”

He also said the new government would carry out a complete audit of all departments and release white papers detailing their status and priorities.

“As our leader has mentioned, we'll publish a white paper, we'll do a complete audit of all the departments. We'll publish a white paper for every department -- what is there, what is not there, what needs to be focused on, and what needs to be prioritised,” he said.
13:22 (IST) May 10
'Entire Tamil Nadu is celebrating', says TVK leader
13:14 (IST) May 10
'New generation. New voice. New imagination': Rahul Gandhi says 'Tamil Nadu has chosen' as Thiru Vijay takes oath

Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Sunday extended wishes to C Joseph Vijay as he assumed office as Tamil Nadu chief minister after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, delivered a stellar performance in its electoral debut, securing more than 100 seats in the 234-member state assembly.



Congress leader Rahul Gandhi hailed the Vijay-led TVK government in Tamil Nadu as “A new generation. A new voice. A new imagination.”



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13:08 (IST) May 10
Senthil Kumar, Lakshmi Priya appointed secretaries to CM Vijay
Health secretary Senthil Kumar and Adi Dravidar and Tribal welfare department secretary Lakshmi Priya appointed as secretaries of CM Vijay.

13:00 (IST) May 10
Telangana CM congratulates Vijay on taking oath as Tamil Nadu CM
A Revanth Reddy on Sunday congratulated C Joseph Vijay after the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Reddy said he was confident that Vijay would ensure welfare for the poor, deliver justice for all and lead Tamil Nadu to greater developmental progress.

In a social media post, Reddy said, “Dear Thiru Vijay avargal, @actorvijay I congratulate you on taking oath as Chief Minister of #TamilNadu in the presence of Shri @RahulGandhi ji. Hearty congratulations and best wishes.”
12:48 (IST) May 10
MK Stalin responds to Vijay’s remarks on Tamil Nadu finances
Former CM M K Stalin responds to CM Vijay saying that the debt limit was within permissible limit and only Vijay should have the heart to give money to people.

12:40 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay vows 'white paper' on DMK's finances
Vijay on Sunday said his government would release a “white paper” on the financial condition of the previous Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam government in Tamil Nadu, while promising a transparent administration.

In his first address after taking oath as Chief Minister, Vijay accused the previous DMK regime of depleting the state treasury and said his government would function openly and transparently.

“After reviewing everything, I intend to release a white paper to the people. I want my government to be a transparent government. That is the very first thing I want to do. As far as Tamil Nadu is concerned, if I need to meet someone, I will not do it secretly or behind closed doors. Whatever I do, I will do openly and transparently,” Vijay said.

“I request all of you to give me some time. I will gradually fulfil everything I have promised and will sincerely strive to implement them. This is your government. I will ensure strict safety for women,” he added.
12:31 (IST) May 10
'I wish state reaches new heights': Naveen Patnaik congratulates Vijay on becoming Tamil Nadu CM
Naveen Patnaik, leader of opposition in the Odisha Assembly and president of the Biju Janata Dal, on Sunday congratulated actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay after he was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Patnaik also expressed hope that Tamil Nadu would scale new heights of development under Vijay’s leadership.

In a post on X, Patnaik said, “Congratulate Shri @actorvijay on being sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. I wish, under your leadership, the state reaches new heights of development with the support of the people of the state. Best wishes.”
12:19 (IST) May 10
Follow MGR, Jayalalithaa's footsteps: V K Sasikala wishes 'excellent administration' to new TN CM Vijay
V K Sasikala, founder of AIPTMMK, on Sunday congratulated C Joseph Vijay after he took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Sasikala expressed hope that the new government would deliver people-centric governance inspired by the legacy of former chief ministers M G Ramachandran and J Jayalalithaa.

In a post on X, Sasikala said, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes with great joy to my dear younger brother, Mr C Joseph Vijay, who has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after securing a landslide victory in the recently concluded Assembly General Elections, and to the members of his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam.”

“I sincerely wish that he establishes an excellent administration focused on the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu, following in the footsteps of Puratchi Thalaivar (MGR) and Puratchi Thalaivi Amma (Jayalalithaa),” she added.
12:07 (IST) May 10
Vijay assumes charge as Tamil Nadu chief minister at state secretariat
11:58 (IST) May 10
Vijay promises clean governance, women‘s safety, and welfare in first address as Tamil Nadu CM
In an emotional and politically charged first address after assuming office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President C. Joseph Vijay promised transparent governance, women’s safety, welfare-oriented administration, and a corruption-free government, while thanking the people for placing their trust in him.

Addressing a massive gathering shortly after taking oath at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium here, Vijay said he rose from ordinary circumstances and was not born into political privilege.

"Greetings to everyone who resides in my heart," he began, and went on to recall his long journey from cinema to politics. He said he was the son of an assistant film director and understood poverty and hunger firsthand.

"I am not someone who comes from a royal political background. I am one among you. I feel like your son, your brother, your younger sibling. It is because you felt the same way that you brought me to this position," he said.

The newly sworn-in Chief Minister became emotional while thanking the people for standing by him through criticism, humiliation and political attacks. He said the overwhelming public support had transformed C. Joseph Vijay from an individual into a larger political reality.
11:46 (IST) May 10
Follow MGR, Jayalalithaa's footsteps: VK Sasikala wishes 'excellent administration' to new TN CM Vijay
Expelled AIADMK leader and AIPTMMK founder VK Sasikala on Sunday extended her congratulations to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief C Joseph Vijay after he took oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Sasikala said she hoped the new government would deliver people-centric governance in line with the legacy of AIADMK's leaders and former Chief Ministers, MG Ramachandran and Jayalalithaa.

In a post on X, Sasikala said, "I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes with great joy to my dear younger brother, Mr. C. Joseph Vijay, who has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after securing a landslide victory in the recently concluded Assembly General Elections, and to the members of his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam."

"I sincerely wish that he establishes an excellent administration focused on the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu, following in the footsteps of Puratchi Thalaivar (MGR) and Puratchi Thalaivi Amma (Jayalalithaa)," she added.
11:26 (IST) May 10
‘I am not an angel …’: What Tamil Nadu CM Vijay said in his 1st address

TVK chief C Joseph Vijay on Sunday was sworn in as Tamil Nadu chief minister after the May 4 verdict declared his party as the single largest in the assembly.In his first address after taking office, Vijay announced immediate welfare measures, including free electricity up to 200 units for domestic consumers.

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11:25 (IST) May 10
PM Modi congratulates TVK chief Vijay on taking oath as Tamil Nadu CM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated TVK chief C Joseph Vijay on taking oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, and said the central government will keep working with the state government to improve the lives of people."

TVK chief and its Legislature Party Leader Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on Sunday. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy in a colourful ceremony held in Chennai.


"Congratulations to Thiru C. Joseph Vijay on taking oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. Best wishes for his tenure ahead. The Central Government will keep working with the Tamil Nadu Government to improve the lives of people," Modi said in a post on 'X'.
11:24 (IST) May 10
Kamal Haasan congratulates Vijay as TVK chief becomes Chief Minister
Actor-politician Kamal Haasan on Sunday led greetings from the Tamil film fraternity to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay, who was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, in what is being described as a historic turning point in the state’s political history.

In a post in Tamil on X, Kamal Haasan extended his congratulations to "his brother" Vijay and expressed hope that the state would progress under his government and reach new heights.

The Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) founder had earlier criticised the delay in inviting Vijay to form the government, saying democratic values and the verdict of the people must be respected.

Several actors, directors and members of the film industry also congratulated Vijay on social media, describing his ascent from cinema superstar to Chief Minister as unprecedented in recent Tamil Nadu politics.
11:24 (IST) May 10
TVK workers distribute sweets, burst crackers as Vijay becomes Tamil Nadu CM
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) cadres celebrated across various districts of Tamil Nadu on Sunday as party chief Joseph Vijay took charge as the 13th Chief Minister of the state.
In Madurai, TVK workers distributed sweets near the Thiruvalluvar statue at the Collectorate office and celebrated Vijay assuming office as Chief Minister.

Party cadres were also seen bursting crackers and distributing sweets in several districts across Tamil Nadu to mark the occasion.

Celebrations also took place across the urban areas of Thoothukudi to mark party leader Joseph Vijay assuming office as the Chief Minister. The celebrations were held in the Threspuram area of Thoothukudi, where members of TVK and the Congress party jointly participated and expressed their happiness.

During the celebrations, firecrackers were burst, and sweets were distributed to the public. Party cadres also raised slogans, danced, and actively took part in the festivities.
10:30 (IST) May 10
After taking oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu,Vijay felicitated Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
10:28 (IST) May 10
Supporters get teary-eyed as they watch TVK chief Vijay take oath as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister on an LED screen installed in T Nagar.
10:22 (IST) May 10
TVK chief C Joseph Vijay takes oath as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu
10:14 (IST) May 10
Vijay’s swearing-in ceremony draws film stars, tight security in Chennai
Elaborate arrangements are in place in Chennai for the swearing-in ceremony of actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President C. Joseph Vijay as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium on Sunday.

The high-profile event has attracted political leaders, film personalities, industrialists, and senior dignitaries from across the country, prompting authorities to enforce massive security arrangements in and around the venue.

Chennai city police deployed heavy security, intensified vehicle checks and imposed strict access control measures around the stadium ahead of the ceremony.

Special seating arrangements were made for prominent guests attending the swearing-in function.

In the front row, seats were reserved for Vijay’s parents, veteran filmmaker S.A. Chandrasekhar and Shobha Chandrasekhar. Actor Trisha Krishnan and her mother were also allotted seats in the same row, drawing considerable attention from the media and fans gathered at the venue.

Before the ceremony began, Trisha was seen meeting and interacting warmly with Vijay’s mother, Shobha.
10:01 (IST) May 10
Trisha Krishnan arrives for Vijay's Tamil Nadu CM swearing-in ceremony in Chennai
Actor Trisha Krishnan arrived at Chennai's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday ahead of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay's swearing-in ceremony as the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

The actor was seen leaving her residence in Chennai earlier in the day when reporters asked her about the significance of the occasion. Responding briefly, Trisha said, "Thank you, looking forward," before heading to the venue.

Trisha appeared in a seafoam-green saree paired with a golden-motif blouse for the ceremony. She completed her traditional look with a neatly tied bun adorned with a white gajra and accessorised with jewellery featuring red stones. Her appearance was complemented by subtle makeup.

The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled to begin at 10 am at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium amid heightened security arrangements.

Vijay is set to assume office after TVK secured 118 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, achieving the majority mark with additional support from Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK and IUML.
09:49 (IST) May 10
Rahul Gandhi arrives at Nehru Stadium now for Vijay's swearing in ceremony
09:48 (IST) May 10
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar leaves from Lok Bhavan. He will administer the oath of office to TVK Chief C Joseph Vijay as the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister shortly
09:44 (IST) May 10
Vijay arrives at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium to take oath as Tamil Nadu CM
09:42 (IST) May 10
'We are very happy as a secular government is being formed in the state', says CPI(M) Politburo member Balakrishnan
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TVK chief Vijay on Sunday took oath as Tamil Nadu’s new chief minister after securing the support of the VCK and IUML, taking the number of MLAs backing him to 120 — two above the majority mark of 118.

The breakthrough came after VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan announced that his party, which has two MLAs, would support Vijay. Soon after, the IUML, which also has two legislators in the 234-member assembly, extended its backing to the actor-turned-politician.

Both parties have offered unconditional support to Vijay ahead of the swearing-in ceremony.

The announcements of support came just as Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar was preparing to leave for Kerala, where he also serves as governor. Vijay subsequently met Arlekar — their fourth meeting in four days — and finally succeeded in staking claim to form the government.

Vijay will head Tamil Nadu’s first non-Dravidian government since 1967.

In the recently concluded assembly elections, TVK, formed in February 2024, emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats. The DMK, which lost power, secured 59 constituencies, while its arch-rival AIADMK saw 47 of its candidates win.

Falling short of the majority mark, Vijay first reached out to the Congress, which agreed to back him on the condition that TVK would not align with what it described as “communal forces." Subsequently, the Left parties announced their support.

Congress won five seats in the elections, while the Left parties — CPI and CPM — together have four legislators in the assembly. Vijay, who was elected from both Perambur and Trichy East, will have to resign from one of the two seats, as electoral rules allow a legislator to represent only one constituency.