Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on May 10, 2026, marking a historic transition from cinema to politics. The swearing-in ceremony took place at Raj Bhavan in Chennai, where Governor R.N. Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy. Vijay, who leads the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, becomes the first actor to hold the state's top post since M.G. Ramachandran.
Cabinet Ministers and Portfolios
The new TVK government includes 20 cabinet ministers, carefully selected to balance regional representation and party loyalty. Here is the full list of ministers and their portfolios:
- Vijay (Chief Minister) – Home, Public Administration, and General Administration
- R. Sarathkumar – Finance and Planning
- K. Selvam – Revenue and Disaster Management
- P. Vetrivel – Law and Justice
- S. Jayashree – Education and School Education
- M. Anbazhagan – Health and Family Welfare
- N. Ramachandran – Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare
- T. Rajendran – Public Works and Highways
- V. Sivakumar – Electricity and Non-Conventional Energy
- R. Gopalsamy – Cooperation and Food Processing
- K. Manimaran – Municipal Administration and Urban Development
- P. Ramesh – Rural Development and Panchayati Raj
- S. Muthuraman – Social Welfare and Women Empowerment
- R. Chandrasekhar – Handlooms and Textiles
- M. Rajan – Animal Husbandry and Fisheries
- K. Marimuthu – Environment and Forests
- R. Sampath – Commercial Taxes and Registration
- P. Jayaraman – Information Technology and Digital Governance
- V. Karthik – Youth Welfare and Sports Development
- S. Sneha – Tourism and Culture
Key Highlights of the Oath Ceremony
The ceremony was attended by several political leaders, including allies from the DMK and Congress, as well as film industry personalities. Vijay took the oath in Tamil, pledging to uphold the Constitution and serve the people of Tamil Nadu. The event was broadcast live across television channels and social media platforms.
First Cabinet Meeting
Following the swearing-in, the new cabinet held its first meeting at the Secretariat. Sources indicate that the government will prioritize free bus travel for women, a loan waiver for farmers, and a revamp of the public health system. The Chief Minister also announced a review of all major policies within the first 100 days.
Political Significance
Vijay's ascent marks a new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics, where his party won 180 of 234 seats in the April 2026 assembly elections. The TVK campaign focused on anti-corruption, job creation, and social justice, resonating with youth and rural voters. Analysts say this victory could reshape the state's political landscape for years to come.
