The 17th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly’s inaugural session starts on Monday morning, with newly elected legislators taking their oaths as Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs). The recent elections have heightened political activity in the state. C. Joseph Vijay, leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and a former actor, has become the Chief Minister after winning in both Perambur and Trichy East constituencies.
The acceptance of Vijay’s resignation from the Trichy East Assembly seat has left one vacancy in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly. The first sitting of the newly elected Assembly is scheduled to begin at 9.30 a.m. on Monday, where all members are required to be present to take the oath as MLAs. Legislators have been instructed to bring their election certificates for the session.
The Assembly session is significant as it marks the formal start of Vijay’s new government following the electoral victory of TVK. Observers are keenly monitoring the developments within the Assembly, especially after the formation of the new ruling alliance. The election for the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Assembly is set for Tuesday at 9.30 a.m., which is expected to provide insights into the stability and dynamics of the ruling alliance and the Opposition’s strategies.
