Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge extended his congratulations to C. Joseph Vijay, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on his oath-taking. Kharge praised the new government’s commitment to the state’s traditional values of self-respect, social justice, and rationality. The alliance partners supporting the government also received Kharge’s best wishes.
The Congress leader highlighted the influence of progressive values in Tamil Nadu’s political and social history. Kharge emphasized the state’s legacy of empowerment, inclusivity, and rationalism, citing the impact of social reformers Periyar E.V. Ramasamy and former Chief Minister K. Kamaraj. He expressed confidence in Chief Minister Vijay’s ability to uphold these values through governance focused on public welfare and inclusive development.
Kharge acknowledged the trust placed in Vijay and the TVK by millions of voters, especially the youth and first-time voters, during the recent Assembly elections. He anticipated that the new government, with its emphasis on compassion, inclusivity, and commitment, would serve the people effectively. The swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister Vijay took place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai, attended by various political leaders, celebrities, and supporters.
