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Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu CM: Congress Leader Hails 'Dynamic New Star'

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister, marking a major political shift in the state. Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi hailed him as a "dynamic new star" ahead of the ceremony. Vijay's party, TVK, won 108 seats in its electoral debut, forming a coalition with Congress and other parties. His rise revives Tamil Nadu's tradition of cinema personalities entering politics.

Key Points: Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu CM: Congress Leader Hails New Star

  • Vijay set to be sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM on Sunday
  • TVK won 108 seats in electoral debut
  • Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK, IUML support coalition
  • Governor appointed Vijay, must prove majority by May 13
  • Rahul Gandhi expected at swearing-in ceremony
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"Dynamic new star on TN horizon": Abhishek Manu Singhvi hails Vijay ahead of swearing-in as Tamil Nadu CM

Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi hails Vijay as a "dynamic new star" ahead of his swearing-in as Tamil Nadu CM, marking a political shift in the state.

"Thrilled to see dynamic new star on the TN horizon VIJAY, to be sworn in tom. - Abhishek Manu Singhvi"

Chennai, May 10

Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi hailed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay ahead of his swearing-in as the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, calling him a "dynamic new star on the TN horizon" and expressing confidence that "the best is yet to come."

In a post on X, Singhvi wrote, "Thrilled to see dynamic new star on the TN horizon VIJAY, to be sworn in tom. Privileged to be part of advisory behind this well-deserved moment though belated coronatn esp for weight given to advice by young team. Best is yet to come!"

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is set to take oath as the Chief Minister on Sunday at Chennai's Nehru Stadium, marking a major political shift in Tamil Nadu as the long-standing dominance of the DMK and AIADMK formations comes to an end. His party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, emerged as the single-largest force in the Assembly elections by winning 108 seats in its electoral debut.

Following post-poll negotiations, Vijay secured support from Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK and IUML, helping the coalition cross the majority mark of 118 seats in the 234-member Assembly. Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Saturday appointed C Joseph Vijay as the new Chief Minister and directed him to prove his majority on the floor of the House before May 13.

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony, underlining Congress' support for the new coalition government. Vijay submitted letters of support from alliance partners to the Governor before staking a claim to form the government.

Popularly known as 'Thalapathy', Vijay drew massive crowds during the campaign, with several observers comparing his political appeal to that of former Chief Minister and actor M. G. Ramachandran. His rise also revives Tamil Nadu's tradition of cinema personalities entering politics and commanding mass support.

Although TVK was formally launched in 2024, Vijay had long maintained a public image centred around social work and films tackling corruption, governance and social justice issues. In his first major political speech in October 2024, he described Periyar EV Ramasamy as his ideological guide while also invoking leaders such as CN Annadurai, K Kamaraj and BR Ambedkar for their emphasis on social justice and inclusive politics.

- ANI

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Priya S
Thrilled to see Abhishek Singhvi's support! This alliance between Congress and TVK shows how regional parties are shaping India's future. Vijay's emphasis on social justice and Periyar's ideologies gives me hope for a more inclusive TN. But let's not forget - 108 seats is impressive for a debut, but the coalition arithmetic needs careful handling. The Dravidian parties won't go down without a fight! 🔥
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Vikram M
Sir, one honest question - actor-turned-politician track record in Tamil Nadu is mixed. MGR was successful but others like Vijayakanth couldn't sustain. Vijay has the charisma and the youth vote, but governance is different from acting. His films tackled corruption and social issues, but real politics is about bureaucratic hurdles and coalition management. Hope he surrounds himself with capable administrators, not just fan followers. Conservative optimism here!
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Naveen S
As a Tamilian, I'm cautiously happy. Yes, the DMK-AIADMK duopoly needed breaking, but replacing it with a star's party feels risky. At least Vijay has spoken about social justice and Periyar. But my biggest concern: will this government focus on real issues like education, healthcare, and job creation, or just remain a filmi spectacle? The 'best is yet to come' line sounds nice, but deliver first before the celebrations! 😊
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James A
Interesting to see a global trend - celebrities entering politics. In the US, we had Reagan and Schwarzenegger, in India you have Vijay. But the key difference is the cultural context. MGR's success was rooted in his on-screen persona matching his politics - representing the poor, the oppressed. Vijay seems to be following that playbook. The Congress backing adds legitimacy but also baggage. Let's watch how this experiment unfolds in the coming months!

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