PoliticsEconomySunday, May 10, 2026

Sri Lanka Leaders Congratulate Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

TLDR

Joseph Vijay sworn in as TN CM; President Dissanayake congratulates.
Opposition Leader Premadasa also sends wishes to CM Vijay.
CM Vijay thanks President Dissanayake for 'gracious' message.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended congratulations to C. Joseph Vijay on his swearing-in as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. In a post on X, President Dissanayake highlighted the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and generational ties connecting Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu. He emphasized the immense economic promise and opportunity for both regions as Sri Lanka and India strengthen their partnership. The President expressed anticipation for working together to foster greater prosperity through enhanced Indo-Lanka cooperation.

2 Updates

Update #3\u00b7 May 12 · 12:46 PM

Following congratulations from Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Opposition Leader Sajjith Premadasa, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has specifically thanked President Dissanayake via X, stating he was "deeply honored" by the message and calling it a "gracious gesture." President Dissanayake's congratulatory message had highlighted the historical, cultural, and people-to-people ties between Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu.

Update #2\u00b7 May 12 · 11:33 AM

Following his swearing-in, newly appointed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has received congratulations from Opposition Leader Sajjith Premadasa. This adds to the well wishes extended by Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, which CM Vijay has acknowledged.

WhatsApp Post on X

Pulse Check — How do you feel?

Discussion

No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!