Chennai, Tamil Nadu | May 10, 2026 Senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, arrived in Chennai on Sunday to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Vijay as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
The high-profile event is being held at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, where thousands of supporters, political leaders, film personalities, and dignitaries have gathered to witness a historic political transition in the state.
Rahul Gandhi’s presence at the ceremony is being viewed as a significant political gesture, signaling the Congress party’s willingness to engage with Vijay’s emerging leadership. With Vijay’s party securing a decisive mandate in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, national parties are keenly watching the rise of the actor-turned-politician.
The swearing-in marks a dramatic new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics, as Vijay becomes the first film superstar in recent decades to convert massive fan support into electoral success. His victory has reshaped the state’s political landscape and challenged the decades-long dominance of Dravidian parties.
Political observers believe Rahul Gandhi’s attendance reflects a broader effort by the Congress to build bridges with influential regional leaders as the national opposition recalibrates after a series of electoral setbacks
. Security has been tightened across Chennai, while celebrations continue among TVK supporters who see Vijay’s elevation as the beginning of a new era of governance in Tamil Nadu.
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