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Vijay Vacates CM Seat, Joins Ministers in Tamil Nadu Assembly
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 12:03 PM
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In a rare political gesture, Vijay relinquished his Chief Minister seat and joined the assembly floor alongside ministers.
In a surprising move, Vijay stepped down from his position as Chief Minister and joined the assembly floor with the ministers. The gesture was seen as a rare display of unity within the ruling party. Observers noted that Vijay's departure from the CM seat was unexpected, as he had been a prominent figure in state politics. The assembly session proceeded with the new arrangement, with ministers taking the floor in the absence of the former CM. Analysts suggest the move may signal a shift in internal party dynamics or a strategic realignment ahead of upcoming elections.