Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister in Historic Ceremony

A New Political Era Begins in Tamil Nadu Actor-turned-politician Vijay officially took oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday, marking one of the biggest political shifts in the state’s modern history. The grand swearing-in ceremony was held at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium amid tight security, massive crowds, and the presence of several political leaders and film personalities.

The event signaled the rise of Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which emerged as the single largest party in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The victory ended decades of dominance by the DMK and AIADMK in state politics.

Grand Ceremony Witnessed by Thousands

Thousands of supporters gathered outside the stadium waving TVK flags and chanting slogans in support of Vijay, popularly known as “Thalapathy.” Several celebrities and political figures attended the ceremony, including actress Trisha Krishnan and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administered the oath of office and secrecy to Vijay. Alongside him, nine ministers from the TVK-led alliance also took oath as members of the new cabinet.

From Cinema Superstar to Chief Minister

Vijay’s political rise has been closely watched across India. After launching TVK, the superstar gradually shifted focus from cinema to full-time politics, building strong grassroots support through youth outreach, welfare promises, and public rallies.

The 2026 Assembly election became a turning point as TVK secured enough support from alliance partners and independent MLAs to cross the majority mark in the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Reports stated that Vijay held several meetings with the Governor before formally staking claim to form the government.

Massive Public Reaction on Social Media

Social media platforms were flooded with reactions, videos, and photos from the oath-taking ceremony. Supporters called the moment “historic,” while political analysts described it as a major transformation in Tamil Nadu politics. Live broadcasts of the ceremony quickly began trending online.

Many users praised Vijay’s transition from entertainment to leadership, while opposition leaders questioned how stable the new coalition government would remain in the coming months.

What Comes Next for the Vijay Government?

The new government is expected to focus on employment, welfare programs, women-centric schemes, education support, and infrastructure development. TVK had promised several populist initiatives during the election campaign, many aimed at youth and low-income families.

Political observers believe Vijay’s first few months in office will be closely monitored as Tamil Nadu enters a completely new political chapter under a leader whose popularity was built in the film industry before entering public service.