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Kharge backs Vijay as Tamil Nadu CM sworn in ending 60 years of DMK AIADMK rule

Politics
Published on 10 May 2026
Kharge backs Vijay as Tamil Nadu CM sworn in ending 60 years of DMK AIADMK rule

First non DMK non AIADMK government in decades

C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu’s new Chief Minister on Sunday, ushering in the first non-DMK and non-AIADMK government in 60 years. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated Vijay, saying the formation reinforces self-respect and social justice. The swearing-in drew major leaders including Rahul Gandhi, signaling broad political attention.

  • Joseph Vijay takes oath as Tamil Nadu CM
  • Historic shift: first non DMK non AIADMK government in 60 years
  • Kharge credits new formation with self respect and social justice
  • Ceremony attended by Rahul Gandhi and other prominent figures
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