The biggest political twist of power will be seen in Tamil Nadu today, when C. Joseph Vijay will take oath as the Chief Minister. His 9-member TVK cabinet includes AIADMK stalwarts, former BJP leaders, doctors, strategists and young faces. Will this team become the new power center of Tamil Nadu politics?
Tamil Nadu Oath Ceremony: A new sun is going to rise today in the politics of the country’s southern state Tamil Nadu. Superstar-turned-politician Joseph Vijay will take oath as the Chief Minister today, but all eyes are on his ‘core team’ which will be the backbone of this new government. Vijay has chosen 9 special gems for his first cabinet. This team is not just a cabinet, but a confluence of political experience, technical proficiency and youthful energy, which is being considered as a ‘surgical strike’ to break into the stronghold of Dravidian politics.
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Chanakya and the warrior: Sengottaiyan’s experience preferred
The most surprising and weighty name in Vijay’s cabinet is K.A. Belongs to Sengottaiyan. The former AIADMK veteran, who has walked the corridors of power with MGR and Jayalalitha for decades, will now play the role of Vijay’s mentor. His inclusion is an indication that Vijay does not want to give any chance to his government to be called inexperienced.
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List of 9 ministers of Team Vijay
- 1. N. Pleasure
- 2. Aadhav Arjun
- 3. Dr. K.G. Arunraj
- 4. K.A. Sengottaiyan
- 5. P. Venkataramanan
- 6. R. nirmalkumar
- 7. Rajmohan
- 8. Dr. T.K. Lord
- 9. Selvi S. kirtana
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Who is the mastermind of Andarkhana?
If any face is being called a “strategic mind” in the Vijay government, it is Aadhav Arjun. Within the party, he is considered Vijay’s most trusted ally. Arjun, who won from Villivakkam seat in Chennai, played an important role in the organizational expansion of TVK. In political circles, his identity is not only that of a strategist, but also of a leader who lays the chessboard of power behind the scenes. This is the reason why his cabinet entry is being considered very important.
Roar of youth: From Kirtna to Nirmal Kumar
Vijay has presented the face of ‘Young India’ in his cabinet. Selvi S, who won from Virudhunagar. Keerthana is going to create history by becoming one of the youngest ministers of the state. Whereas, Madurai’s R. Nirmalkumar, who was earlier in BJP, will now be the main face of Vijay in southern Tamil Nadu. Vijay has made the message clear that his government believes in breaking old traditions and handing over command to the new generation.
Entry of technocrats: IRS and doctors will take command
There is often talk of ‘muscle power’ in politics, but Vijay has given preference to ‘intelligence’. Dr. K.G. Arunraj, who left his prestigious IRS job for politics, and Dr. T.K. Prabhu, who is a dentist by profession, is giving a professional look to this cabinet. This is the part of the team that will be responsible for bringing technical reforms in governance. Along with these, Raj Mohan’s oratorical skills will act as a ‘Brahmastra’ in conveying the government’s schemes to the public.
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Mathematics of alliance and ‘Agnipariksha’ of May 13
This swearing-in ceremony may be grand, but the challenges facing Vijay are no less. At present it is a small team of 9 ministers, in which Congress members have not got a place at present. It is believed that after the division of departments, Congress and other allies (CPI, CPIM, VCK) will be included in the next phase. Governor Arlekar has approved these appointments, but the real game will take place during the floor test on May 13. Will this ‘bouquet of alliance’ of Vijay be able to retain its fragrance in the Assembly? Or will the movement in the opposition camp bring a new twist? The whole country is looking towards Raj Bhavan today.