Two Congress ministers join Vijay-led Tamil Nadu govt, first in 59 years
Two Congress ministers have joined the Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, marking the party's return to power in the state after 59 years. This coalition government, formed by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, includes support from various parties, including left parties and the Indian Union Muslim League. The induction of Congress lawmakers Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan expands the council of ministers to 33 members, with a notable increase in the number of women ministers.
- ▪The Congress party has not been part of the Tamil Nadu government since 1967.
- ▪Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan were sworn in as ministers in the new government.
- ▪The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam coalition includes support from multiple parties, marking a significant political shift in the state.
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Two Congress ministers join Vijay-led Tamil Nadu govt, first in 59 yearsThe Congress, which has five lawmakers in the Tamil Nadu assembly, was among the first parties to back the TVK when it fell short of a majorityPublished on: May 21, 2026 12:55 PM ISTBy S Vijay KarthikShare viaCopy link Two Congress lawmakers were among 23 ministers inducted into Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay-led council of ministers on Thursday, making the party a part of the government in the southern state for the first time in 59 years. The Congress lost power in Tamil Nadu in 1967.Congress lawmakers Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan took oath as ministers.
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