The induction of RK Nagar MLA N Marie Wilson and Velachery MLA R Kumar into the cabinet has further strengthened Chennai’s representation in the ministry. This addition adds to the existing band of ministers from the city, including Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, Rural Development Minister N Anand, PWD Minister Aadhav Arjuna, and School Education Minister A Rajmohan.
Cabinet Expansion Details
A total of 23 ministers have been inducted into the cabinet, bringing the total number to 33. However, the portfolio list has not yet been released. Among the new inductees are two Congress MLAs: S Rajesh Kumar from Killiyur and P Viswanathan from Melur in Madurai district. This marks the first time a coalition government has been formed in Tamil Nadu, with Congress MLAs becoming ministers.
Other Notable Inductees
Former Speaker P Dhanapal's son, Logesh Tamilselvan, from the Rasipuram constituency, also secures a cabinet berth. With a total of 33 cabinet berths, only two remain vacant, possibly reserved for one each from the VCK and IUML parties.
