Vijay Congratulates Navanethem Pillay on Nobel Peace Prize Selection

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay congratulated Navanethem Pillay on her selection for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize.

He praised her work for human rights, fairness and peace around the world.

Vijay said her work made Tamils everywhere feel proud and happy.

Pillay began her career fighting racial discrimination through legal cases in South Africa.

She later became a judge in South Africa’s High Court.

She also served as the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Vijay said the recognition was a source of joy and pride for the Tamil community.