CHENNAI: Actor-turned-politician Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) surged ahead in early counting trends on Monday, leading in Chennai and making significant gains in more than 100 constituencies across Tamil Nadu. Jubilant supporters gathered outside his residence in Neelankarai and the party’s headquarters in Panaiyur.
Supporters Celebrate Early Leads
Dressed in white shirts and beige trousers, cadres wearing TVK shawls blew whistles and raised slogans hailing Vijay as “chief minister,” even as no senior party leaders were visible at either location. Police presence was heavy, with at least 150 personnel deployed outside both the house and the party office, including Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) units at the residence.
Supporters pointed to leads in all 16 constituencies in Chennai and close to 100 of the state’s 234 seats, including Perambur, where Vijay was contesting. Party workers said he was expected to arrive at the Panaiyur office by early evening, possibly alongside winning candidates. “This is victory to thuya sakti (a pure force) over thiya sakti (evil force),” said Singaravelan, 82, one of the party’s oldest cadres, as chants and whistles filled the air.
Traffic Disruptions and Security Measures
Traffic slowed along the East Coast Road toward Mahabalipuram as crowds swelled near the secured zones. The heavy police presence, including CISF units, underscored the security arrangements for the emerging political force.
TVK’s strong performance pushed traditional parties like DMK and AIADMK to the margins, while BJP made gains in Bengal and retained Assam. The trends indicate a significant shift in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.
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