Controversy erupts over Chennai Mayor and Deputy Mayor not being invited to the swearing-in ceremony.

Tamil Nadu: Following the formation of the new government, a new controversy has emerged regarding the Chief Minister’s swearing-in ceremony. The non-invitation of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Chennai has now become a topic of political debate.

Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday. The swearing-in ceremony was held in Chennai at 10 a.m. and took place at the Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai. The event is believed to be related to the Ripon Buildings, Chennai, and the Greater Chennai Corporation area, as it also deals with municipal administration and the city’s political system.

Many senior state leaders, ministers, and administrative officials were present at the ceremony, but questions arose about the exclusion of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Chennai from the invitation list. This issue has sparked debate in local politics, with various political parties raising questions.

According to sources, some opposition parties have attributed the omission of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor to a lack of administrative coordination, while others suggest it may have been a protocol-related decision. However, no official clarification has yet been issued by the government.

The political atmosphere across the state was already charged with Chief Minister Vijay Rupani’s swearing-in ceremony, as it was the first major public event since the formation of the new government. The ceremony saw a large attendance and strict security arrangements.

Those associated with the Chennai city administration say that invitation lists for such major government events are decided based on protocol and security arrangements. However, the issue of not inviting elected representatives like the Mayor and Deputy Mayor has become politically sensitive.

Political analysts believe that this controversy may escalate in the coming days, as it directly involves coordination between the city administration and the state government. Supporting parties say that the new government is focusing on its work priorities and such controversies should not be unnecessarily escalated.

At present, all eyes are on the state government’s response to this matter, which will clarify the real reason behind not inviting the Mayor and Deputy Mayor.