Vijay Wants To Become Chief Minister, Not Keen On Deputy CM Post: Sengottaiyan

TVK Administrative Committee Chief Coordinator K Sengottaiyan on Monday said there have been no discussions about TVK joining the NDA and his party will contest in all 234 assembly seats. Thus ending to the rumours of the new entrant joining the AIADMK and BJP alliance in the upcoming state polls.

Speaking to reporters at Chennai airport after arriving from Coimbatore, he stated that Vijay entered politics with the sole aim of serving people and becoming Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. According to him, the public has welcomed Vijay's political entry and wants him to lead the state.

Sengottaiyan stated that TVK is adhering strictly to the Model Code of Conduct and all government regulations. "The election code applies equally to every party. Under Vijay's leadership, our movement is ensuring that every activity is conducted within the rules," he said.

Sengottaiyan drew attention to the recent public meeting addressed by Vijay, where he claimed that as many as 51 restrictions appeared to have been imposed specifically on the TVK leader. "People are now questioning whether other parties are being subjected to the same level of scrutiny," he remarked, suggesting that the perceived imbalance has only strengthened public sympathy for Vijay.

Highlighting Vijay's transition from a celebrated film career to full-time politics, Sengottaiyan said the move has resonated deeply with voters. "Vijay was at the peak of his career when he chose to step away from cinema to serve the people. The public has already begun accepting him as a potential Chief Minister, and support is growing rapidly," he asserted.

According to Sengottaiyan, this goodwill is expected to translate into electoral gains. "The aspiration of the people will be reflected in the results. Many believe Vijay should lead Tamil Nadu, and this sentiment will show in May," he added, expressing confidence that TVK's momentum will continue to build.

On the question of alliances, Sengottaiyan clarified that comments made by TVK functionaries should be treated as personal opinions rather than official positions. "Forming alliances is a strategic decision that rests solely with the party leader," he said.

Earlier, TVK General Secretary CTR Nirmal Kumar urged party members via social media to rely only on official announcements and ignore rumours.

However, a sticking point remains: Vijay's reluctance to endorse AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami as the chief ministerial candidate. This hesitation has slowed the pace of finalisation, leaving the alliance talks delicately poised.

The Election Commission of India has announced that Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on 23 April, with counting scheduled for 4 May. With the Model Code of Conduct now in force, political parties across the state are intensifying their campaigns.