Popular Tamil actor Vijay is gearing up for his first state-wide political tour, officially kicking off in Tiruchi on Saturday, September 13, 2025. This marks a significant milestone for the actor, who founded the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in February 2024. Following two successful state conferences in Vikravandi and Madurai, Vijay is positioning himself as a transformative figure for the upcoming 2026 elections.
On the day of the event, Vijay will address a large crowd from a customized bus at the Marakkadai junction, a historic public meeting site that has become a bustling tri-junction in the old city limits. Notably, this location lies within the Tiruchi East Assembly constituency, a compact area known for its diverse minority population. There is considerable speculation among TVK supporters that this constituency could be a potential contest for Vijay, currently represented by S. Inigo Irudhayaraj of the Christhuva Nallenna Iyakkam, who won under the DMK emblem in 2021.
As anticipation builds for Vijay’s arrival in Tiruchi, attendees have begun gathering early in the morning, some securing prime positions on rooftops and along the route to witness the actor’s arrival from the airport. Despite the police imposing 23 conditions for the event, criticism from Vijay has highlighted issues surrounding event management. Undeterred, enthusiastic TVK supporters from Tiruchi and neighboring districts are flocking to the venue, excited to see their leader in action.
In addition to Tiruchi, Vijay has plans to visit Ariyalur and Perambalur district later in the day, where he is expected to speak near the Old Bus Stand in Ariyalur and at venues in Kunnam and Vanoli Thidal in Perambalur. His ambitious tour will continue as he heads to Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, and Mayiladuthurai on September 20, expanding his reach across Tamil Nadu.
Vijay entered the political arena at the peak of his career, advocating against the prevailing themes of corruption and divisiveness in politics. He has openly criticized the ruling parties at both the Central and State levels. Although he has expressed a willingness to consider power-sharing arrangements, he has yet to establish formal alliances. Furthermore, Vijay has clearly labeled the BJP the ideological adversary of TVK and identified the DMK as his political rival, while maintaining a distance from the AIADMK, the principal opposition in Tamil Nadu.
As Vijay embarks on this political journey, he aims to resonate with the electorate by promising to challenge the status quo and usher in a new era for Tamil Nadu. With his star power navigating the political landscape, many are watching closely to see how Vijay’s ambitions will unfold in the lead-up to the 2026 elections.
This focused tour is not just a campaign launch but a pivotal moment for Vijay and the TVK, setting the stage for what could be a game-changing election cycle in Tamil Nadu.
Original Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/actor-and-tamilaga-vettri-kazhagam-chief-vijay-set-to-embark-on-state-wide-tour/article70044654.ece
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Publish Date: 2025-09-13 09:07:00
