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The Tamil Nadu Lok Bhavan has announced portfolio allocations for the new cabinet. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay will lead the government. He has retained key departments. Other ministers have been assigned portfolios including finance, health, and education. This marks a significant administrative development for the new government.

C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu by Governor R V Arlekar on Sunday morning. Several of his party colleagues also took the oath as ministers. The event, which began with 'Vande Mataram' instead of 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu', saw the presence of Rahul Gandhi and other notable figures.

AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran has questioned the authenticity of a video showing his party's winning candidate, S Kamaraj, supporting actor Vijay's TVK to form the government. Dhinakaran alleged the video is AI-generated and demanded an inquiry into the forged letter submitted to the Governor.

TVK leader Vijay is set to take charge of Home and Public Administration portfolios. Key party members are slated for significant roles, including Public Works, Municipal Administration, and Prohibition Enforcement. Other trusted aides are expected to handle Electricity and Commercial Taxes. Congress is likely to secure two ministerial positions, with a junior minister post also considered.

Indus, a reserved SC seat in Bankura, faces a multi-cornered contest in 2026. With high rural dependency and welfare scheme sensitivity, voters prioritize agricultural support, MGNREGA wages, and basic amenities. Historically Left-leaning, the constituency saw a BJP surge, making SC community welfare a key battleground. Any TMC gains here could impact neighboring seats.

Tamil Nadu's government formation remains uncertain after the 2026 assembly election, with actor Vijay's TVK emerging as the single largest party but falling short of a majority. Hectic parleys are underway as TVK seeks support from smaller parties like VCK and CPI, while DMK and AIADMK deny alliance talks.

Following the governor’s response, Vijay held discussions with his legal team and senior leaders at his Foreshore Estate residence on Thursday on the possibilities of moving court for directions for a floor test in the Assembly if delay continued.

Actor-politician Vijay's TVK party emerged as the single-largest force in Tamil Nadu, winning 108 seats. Despite this, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has paused an invitation to form the government, citing an "unestablished majority." This has triggered a constitutional showdown, with legal experts debating the governor's discretionary powers and the necessity of a floor test before an invitation.

Actor Vijay's TVK party is making a strong debut in Madurai's assembly elections. The party is leading in several key constituencies, including Madurai East and Madurai Central. Established parties DMK and AIADMK face unexpected challenges. TVK candidates are ahead of sitting ministers and incumbent MLAs. This election marks a significant shift in Madurai's political landscape.