Archive · 7 Sep 2026
Vijay Attacks DMK, Promises Public Safety and Welfare-Focused Governance
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay spoke in the state Assembly about policing and public welfare.
He criticised the DMK, saying it stopped or neglected several schemes from an earlier AIADMK government.
He also claimed police action was delayed in cases involving people linked to the ruling party.
Vijay said his own government would try to make people feel safe.
He promised that officials would examine safety concerns carefully before blaming anyone.
He said the law should apply to people from both the ruling party and the Opposition.
Vijay also spoke against insulting or indecent comments about women.
During the speech, he compared his political path with several famous leaders.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay accused the DMK of discontinuing welfare schemes introduced under the earlier AIADMK government.
Vijay alleged that police action was delayed in cases involving ruling-party functionaries during the previous DMK administration.
He said his government would prioritise public safety, welfare and a corruption-free administration.
Vijay invoked the legacies of CN Annadurai, M G Ramachandran, N T Rama Rao and Jayalalithaa, declaring, “After Anna, MGR and NTR, it is Vijay.”
He said criticism of public safety would be considered seriously and that the law would apply regardless of political affiliation.
- Who
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, the DMK, legislators and leaders referenced in his speech.
- What
- Vijay responded to the Police Department demands debate while criticising the previous DMK government and outlining his administration’s priorities.
- When
- Monday, during the Assembly’s Budget session.
- Where
- The Tamil Nadu Assembly.
- Why
- Vijay said his government would focus on public safety, welfare and a corruption-free administration, while explaining his criticisms of the previous government.
- Speaker
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay
- Main target
- The DMK and its previous administration
- Policy priorities
- Public welfare, public safety and corruption-free administration
- Schemes cited
- Amma Mini Clinics, Thaalikku Thangam, Amma two-wheelers, and goat and cow distribution schemes
- Police allegations
- Vijay alleged delayed FIRs and political interference in cases involving ruling-party functionaries
- Political references
- CN Annadurai, M G Ramachandran, N T Rama Rao and Jayalalithaa
- Assembly position
- Vijay said ministers answering questions for a Chief Minister is an established practice