200 Units Free Electricity, Women Protection Force: Chief Minister Vijay’s First Orders

Chennai: Minutes after being sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay immediately got down to business, signing three landmark files right on the stage at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium. The newly minted Chief Minister used his first official signatures to deliver on core promises from his party’s election manifesto, prioritizing social welfare, women’s safety, and youth welfare.

The highly anticipated first orders signed by Chief Minister Vijay outline a decisive roadmap for his newly formed coalition government:

200 Units of Free Electricity: In a major relief for households across Tamil Nadu, the Chief Minister signed the executive order providing up to 200 units of free electricity. This welfare measure aims to drastically lower utility costs for middle- and lower-income families.

Special Women’s Protection Force: Addressing key safety concerns that dominated the election trail, CM Vijay approved the immediate creation and deployment of a dedicated Women’s Protection Force across the state to ensure secure public spaces and rapid emergency response.

State-Wide Anti-Drug Squad: To combat the rising threat of narcotics affecting the state’s youth, the third executive order directs the immediate establishment of specialized, district-level anti-drug squads to crack down heavily on drug trafficking and distribution networks.

The signing of these files on stage drew thunderous applause from the thousands of emotional supporters, party cadres, and key political dignitaries, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who gathered to witness the historic transition. The promptness of the signatures sent a clear signal that the TVK-led administration intends to prioritize swift, actionable governance over bureaucratic delay.

Following the signing ceremony, Chief Minister Vijay addressed the massive crowd, starting his speech with his iconic phrase, “En Nenjil Kudiyirukkum” (those who live in my heart). Thanking the people of Tamil Nadu for their immense love and historic mandate, he promised a transparent administration focused on social justice, religious unity, and strict measures against substance abuse. With the first three major policies officially set in motion, the new cabinet is expected to hold its first formal meeting later today to outline the implementation strategy for these directives.