A new political chapter began in Tamil Nadu as actor-turned-politician Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister along with a nine-member cabinet in Chennai. The swearing-in ceremony marked a historic moment in the state’s politics, with Vijay’s party forming the government after a strong electoral performance in the 2026 Assembly elections.
The newly formed cabinet includes leaders from key regions and communities of Tamil Nadu, aiming to balance administration and representation. Senior party members and close associates of Vijay were inducted into the council of ministers during the ceremony attended by political leaders, celebrities and thousands of supporters.
Tamil Nadu Cabinet Ministers List 2026:
| S.No | Minister Name | Portfolio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vijay | Chief Minister |
| 2 | Aadhav Arjuna | Deputy Chief Minister & Home |
| 3 | V. Senthil Balaji | Finance |
| 4 | T. Velmurugan | Rural Development |
| 5 | M. Jagadeesan | Education |
| 6 | K. Bharathi | Health & Family Welfare |
| 7 | P. Rajkumar | Industries |
| 8 | R. Mahalakshmi | Women & Child Development |
| 9 | S. Naveen Kumar | Transport |
| 10 | D. Prakash | Information Technology |
Key Highlights
- Vijay officially became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after taking oath in Chennai.
- The cabinet currently consists of nine ministers besides the Chief Minister.
- Aadhav Arjuna was appointed Deputy Chief Minister and given the important Home portfolio.
- The government has focused on youth representation and administrative reforms in its first cabinet formation.
- Several first-time ministers have been included in the council of ministers.
Political analysts believe the new government will face major challenges including employment generation, industrial growth, welfare implementation and maintaining alliances in state politics. The Vijay-led government is expected to announce its first major policy decisions and portfolio expansions in the coming weeks.
