Vijay Sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister in Chennai

On 27 July 2026, the Governor of Tamil Nadu administered the oath of office to C. Joseph Vijay in a formal ceremony at the Madras High Court premises in Chennai. Vijay, who leads the newly formed coalition, succeeded the previous administration after the state elections. The oath included the pledge to uphold the Constitution and to serve the people of Tamil Nadu. The event was attended by senior political leaders, members of the legislative assembly and media representatives, signalling a smooth transition of power.