'I Am The Only Centre Of Power': Top Quotes From Vijay’s First Speech As Tamil Nadu CM

Last Updated:May 10, 2026, 12:09 IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay declared that he would be the “only centre of power” while unveiling his vision for a transparent and corruption-free government after taking oath.

Tamil Nadu witnessed a political transition on Sunday as Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C Joseph Vijay took oath as the Chief Minister at a grand ceremony held at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium.

Amid loud cheers, whistles from party cadres and the presence of alliance leaders, Vijay delivered an emotional and politically charged maiden speech that combined promises of transparency, governance reforms and social justice.

In his first address after assuming office, Vijay repeatedly underlined that his government would function with transparency and accountability.

He also made it clear that there would be no parallel power structures in the administration, asserting that he alone would remain the centre of authority in the government.

The actor-turned-politician also announced strong measures against drug abuse, corruption and crimes against women.

The new Chief Minister signed key files immediately after taking charge, including measures for 200 units of free electricity for domestic consumers, the creation of a special task force for women’s safety and anti-drug trafficking units across the state.

Vijay also thanked alliance partners, party cadres and the people of Tamil Nadu for what he described as a “new beginning" and the start of a “new era of secular, social justice."

TOP QUOTES FROM VIJAY’S FIRST SPEECH

1. “There will not be any power centres other than me. I will be the only centre of power," Vijay said, signalling a strong centralised leadership approach in the new government.

2. “This is a new beginning. A new era of real, secular, social justice starts now," Vijay repeatedly stressed, indicating that his administration would focus on secularism and social justice as its governing principles.

3. “I will never make a mistake," the Chief Minister assured people and said that his government would remain accountable and avoid wrongdoing while delivering on promises.

4. “I will not touch even a single paisa of public money," Vijay said, in one of the strongest anti-corruption remarks of the speech. He promised integrity in governance and vowed not to misuse state funds.

5. “This Vijay will neither commit wrongdoing nor allow wrongdoing to happen, no matter who it is," the Chief Minister warned against corruption and said even people close to him would not be spared if involved in wrongdoing.

6. “Whatever I do, I will do openly and transparently," Vijay said, as he promised a transparent administration and said he would not function behind closed doors.

7. “I will never deceive you with false promises. I will only promise what is possible," the new Chief Minister said as he attempted to position himself as a realistic and honest leader while seeking time from the public to deliver results.

8. “From today onward, I will begin taking strong measures to control drug abuse," Vijay declared, signalling an immediate crackdown on drugs and said protecting the youth from addiction would be one of his government’s priorities.

9. “I will ensure strict safety for women," Vijay said, as women’s safety figured prominently in Vijay’s speech as he announced firm action against crimes targeting women.

10. “Even if some people humiliate me, whether they are friends or enemies, all 8 crore people are still my people," he said, and his statement drew loud applause from the audience.

11. “I am not some divine messenger or prophet. I am just an ordinary human being," the actor-turned-politician highlighted, talking of his humble background and seeking to connect emotionally with the people.

12. “I did not come from a royal family. I am one among you," Vijay said, as he described himself as the son of an ordinary assistant director and said he understood struggles and hardship.

13. “Every pain and hurdle I faced, you felt it as your own and stood beside me," Vijay said as he thanked supporters and TVK cadres. He also acknowledged the role they played in his political rise.

14. “When crores of people stand with me, I believe we can achieve anything," the Chief Minister said, as he expressed confidence that public support would help his government overcome financial and administrative challenges.

15. “Come, let all of us together give Tamil Nadu a fresh new government,"

Vijay concluded his address with a call for collective governance and public participation in rebuilding the state.

Apart from his political messaging, Vijay also used the speech to highlight the financial challenges facing the new administration.

He claimed the previous government had left Tamil Nadu with debt exceeding Rs 10 lakh crore and promised to release a white paper detailing the state’s finances.

He urged people to give his government time to fulfil the promises made during the election campaign.

The ceremony marked the formal arrival of Vijay as a major political force in Tamil Nadu after TVK’s impressive electoral performance in its maiden Assembly election.

With alliance support helping the party cross the majority mark, Vijay’s first speech laid out the themes his government intends to pursue transparency, anti-corruption measures, women’s safety, anti-drug enforcement and a governance model centred entirely around his leadership.

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