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Tamil Nadu Vijay Oath Ceremony Live Updates: ‘A New Era of Real, Secular, Social Justice Starts Now,’ Says CM Vijay

Vijay secured support from 120 MLAs and recommended nine ministers as the Governor asked him to prove his majority by May 13.

  • On Sunday, actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay took oath as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, marking a significant milestone after his party, TVK, won 108 seats in Assembly elections.
  • Securing support from Congress, CPI, VCK, and IUML, Vijay crossed the majority mark of 118 seats and met Governor Arlekar at Lok Bhavan on Saturday with 120 MLAs backing him.
  • Governor Arlekar approved Vijay's recommended list of nine ministers for the Cabinet and tasked the Chief Minister with proving his majority in the Assembly by the 13th.
  • Welcoming the transition, Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin stated his alliance would not obstruct the government, reiterating the DMK-led party will function as constructive opposition.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Vijay on his appointment, assuring continued cooperation between the Centre and the state government to further progress.
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PNI broke the news on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
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