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Vijay's Assembly Address: Activism and Accusations Against DMK
In a pointed critique of the DMK's legacy, Chief Minister Vijay emphasized the importance of serving the people over dynastic politics. Reflecting on historical leadership, he stated,
“In 1967, Anna formed the government for common people. In 1977, MGR formed the government for common people. Now, in 2026, Vijay’s government is for common people.”This statement underscores his commitment to inclusivity for all families in Tamil Nadu, distancing his administration from the perceived favoritism of the past.
Vijay accused the previous regime of rampant corruption, asserting,
“TVK government knows how to serve people but we don’t know how to siphon off public money.”He contrasted his administration's integrity with the alleged malpractices of his predecessors, such as bribery and misappropriation of funds. Despite challenges, he credited the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) for its electoral success, arguing that the support of the people and allies, rather than the DMK's concessions, enabled their rise to power.
Addressing concerns about law and order, Vijay dismissed DMK's criticisms as politically motivated, suggesting that their concerns lack genuine intention. He stated,
“When opposition members raise these issues, it appears to be blame-game politics and politics based on defamation.”He defended his government's record on women’s safety, asserting that they are actively working to protect citizens.
Reflecting on his political journey, Vijay highlighted significant milestones including protests for Sri Lankan Tamils and support for various social movements, stating,
“We didn’t get power easily. Only we know the struggles we faced to get a place in the heart of the Tamil people.”He emphasized that the TVK is not merely an “actor’s party,” but one rooted in real activism and commitment to change.
Vijay also expressed his sorrow over the Karur stampede tragedy, which resulted in 41 deaths during his campaign, lamenting that the DMK politicized the incident. He remarked,
“I can’t express my pain about the tragedy... But even that blame they put on us. Atrocious.”In his assembly address, he reiterated his opposition to the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), citing its role in creating inequality and reaffirmed his commitment to a two-language policy favoring Tamil and English.
Concluding his remarks, Vijay outlined early achievements of his administration, including initiatives for women’s safety, actions against illegal quarries, and securing federal funding. He vowed to maintain a “corruption-free, women-safe” governance and requested patience from the public as his government works to fulfill its promises.
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