Archive · 10 Oct 2026
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.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay congratulated Navanethem Pillay on her selection for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize.
Vijay praised Pillay’s work in human rights, justice and global peace.
He said her advocacy had brought pride and happiness to Tamils worldwide.
Pillay began her career through legal battles against racial discrimination in South Africa, Vijay said.
Pillay later served as a judge of South Africa’s High Court and as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay congratulated human rights advocate Navanethem Pillay.
- What
- Vijay praised Pillay’s selection for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize and her work for human rights, justice and peace.
- When
- The statement was issued after Pillay’s selection for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize; no date is specified.
- Where
- Vijay made the statement in Chennai.
- Why
- He said Pillay’s efforts to promote human rights, international law and peace deserved recognition and brought pride to Tamils worldwide.
- Congratulator
- C. Joseph Vijay, Chief Minister
- Recipient
- Navanethem Pillay
- Recognition
- Selection for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
- Statement location
- Chennai
- Pillay’s early career
- Legal battles against racial discrimination in South Africa
- Past roles cited
- Judge of South Africa’s High Court and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights