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ACTOR VIJAY'S PARTY FORMS TAMIL NADU GOVT

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
SUN, JUN 14, 2026

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South Indian film star C. Joseph Vijay's party secured coalition support to form the government in Tamil Nadu, India's industrial heartland and key hub for iPhone and automobile manufacturing.

Vijay's party reached a majority through alliances with smaller political parties, enabling government formation in the southern state. Tamil Nadu ranks among India's most industrialized regions, hosting significant production facilities for global tech companies and automotive manufacturers. The state's economic importance extends to its role as a critical node in Apple's iPhone manufacturing supply chain, alongside its established automobile sector. The political transition marks a shift in Tamil Nadu's governance following recent electoral results. Vijay, known for his film career in Tamil cinema, transitioned into politics through his newly formed party. The coalition government formation demonstrates the continued relevance of alliance-building in Indian state politics, where parties often require support from regional partners to secure legislative majorities.

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