‘People’s Welfare Is Our Only Goal’: Vijay Thanks PM Modi After TVK’s Stunning Debut

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Vijay thanked PM Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi after TVK’s 108-seat debut, stressing people’s welfare, seeking allies, and initiating government formation efforts in Tamil Nadu
‘People’s Welfare Is Our Only Goal’: Vijay Thanks PM Modi After TVK’s Stunning Debut
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President Vijay greets as he arrives at party headquarter, in Chennai on Tuesday. Credits: ANI

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Chief Vijay on Tuesday expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the party's impressive performance in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections and asserted that "the well-being of people remains the party's only goal".

Sharing an X post, Vijay thanked the Prime Minister for his greetings and said he looks forward to the Union Government's support in the endeavour.

This comes after TVK made a stunning debut in Tamil Nadu and won 108 seats in the 234-member assembly on Monday.

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TVK is short of the majority mark and will need the support of other parties to form the government.

"Thank you, Hon'ble @PMOIndia, for your greetings. The well-being of our people remains our only goal. Transcending politics, we shall focus on the State's progress and the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu. We look forward to the Union Government's support in this endeavour," the TVK chief wrote.

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On the other hand, Prime Minister Modi had congratulated TVK for its strong electoral performance and praised the support the party received in the polls.

"Gratitude to the voters of Tamil Nadu who supported the NDA in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections. We will always remain at the forefront in addressing people's issues and improving their lives. Congratulations to TVK on their impressive performance. The Centre will leave no stone unturned in furthering the progress of Tamil Nadu and the well-being of its people," PM Modi said in a post on X on Monday.

What Did Vijay Say After Receiving Wishes From Rahul Gandhi?

In a separate post, Vijay also thanked Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi for his call and good wishes.

"My sincere thanks to the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha for the call and kind wishes! We shall remain committed to excellence in public service and preserving the cultural ethos of our state, which requires collective cooperation. Beyond politics, we shall prioritise the welfare of the people of Tamil Nadu," Vijay wrote.

His comments come after Rahul Gandhi on Monday spoke to Vijay following the results of the 2026 Assembly elections across states and said the mandate reflected the rising voice of youth that will not be ignored.

Earlier today, he arrived at his residence after chairing a meeting with the party's winning MLAs at the party office in Chennai.

Meanwhile, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the process for government formation, party sources said on Tuesday.

(With inputs from ANI)