New Delhi:
Vijay took the oath as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after days of political twists and turns. Along with him, nine TVK leaders were also sworn in.
Here are Vijay’s top quotes from his 1st speech as Chief Minister:
- I know what poverty and hunger are…I was not born in a royal family. I am amongst you. I was born to an assistant director to achieve in films. LIVE UPDATES
- I come to you with gratitude. I am your ‘thambi’ (younger brother).
- I am not an angel but a common man. I will not promise what we cannot deliver, but I now have confidence that we can do anything with you. I request all of you to give me some time. I will gradually fulfil everything I have promised and will sincerely strive to implement them.
- After reviewing everything, I intend to release a white paper to the people. I want my government to be a transparent government. That is the very first thing I want to do.
- As far as Tamil Nadu is concerned, if I need to meet someone, I will not do it secretly or behind closed doors. Whatever I do, I will do openly and transparently.
- From today onward, I will begin taking strong measures to control drug abuse. It is our duty to save our youngsters from it. Likewise, I will ensure law and order and guarantee safety for everyone. Even if some people humiliate me, whether they are friends or enemies, all eight crore people are still my people. I will ensure strict safety for women.
- I will not do wrong and will not let others with me do wrong either. If anyone has wrong ideas, delete them right away.
- I will not touch even a single paisa of people’s money
- There is only one power centre. I will be my government, no power centres. Thanks to my TVK cadre, virtual warriors.
- DMK cleaned up the state coffers. We have a heavy burden to carry, and we are taking this responsibility.