Vijay Named Chief Ministerial Candidate for Tamil Nadu Elections 2026
In a significant political move, actor Vijay has been announced as the chief ministerial candidate for the Tamilaga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK) in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections scheduled for 2026. This decision was made during a recent executive committee meeting, where Vijay also expressed a strong opposition to forming alliances with major parties like DMK and BJP. The TVK plans to engage the public through village meetings and a state conference to promote its ideology. Vijay's firm stance against political compromises sets a clear direction for the party's future.
| Jul 4, 2025, 16:36 IST
Vijay's Candidacy Announcement
Actor-turned-politician Vijay has been officially declared the chief ministerial candidate for the Tamilaga Vetria Kazhagam (TVK) in the upcoming Tamil Nadu assembly elections in 2026. This announcement was made through a special resolution passed during a meeting of the party's executive committee. Additionally, TVK has proposed to hold a large-scale state conference next month and plans to conduct public meetings in villages to spread its ideology among the populace.
Vijay's Stance on Alliances
During the state executive committee meeting, Vijay firmly rejected any alliances with the DMK or BJP. He emphasized that the coalition led by TVK will staunchly oppose both parties. Vijay made it clear that there would be no compromise on this stance, asserting that TVK is not like the DMK or AIADMK, which seek to ally with the BJP for political gain. He reiterated that the TVK-led coalition will consistently stand against both the DMK and BJP, leaving no room for negotiation. This position was strongly recorded in the state executive committee meeting, highlighting that TVK is not a party that promotes alliances with the BJP for selfish political benefits.