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Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu chief minister as Chennai erupts red and yellow

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Published on 10 May 2026
Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu chief minister as Chennai erupts red and yellow

The oath moment drew chants as streets turned into a festival

Chennai celebrated as TVK leader C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as Tamil Nadu chief minister after a decisive election win. Days of coalition negotiations preceded the historic oath-taking, held in a charged atmosphere. Supporters flooded the city with red-and-yellow energy, turning the moment into a mass public celebration across key areas.

  • TVK chief C. Joseph Vijay took oath as Tamil Nadu chief minister
  • The swearing-in followed days of political negotiations
  • Supporters transformed Chennai’s streets into red and yellow celebrations
  • The win came after a landslide victory in state assembly elections
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