Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, officially marking his transition from cinema to state leadership. His swearing-in ceremony and initial days in office were met with both public celebration and political controversies, including a dispute over the rendition of 'Vande Mataram'.

The Indian Cabinet approved several significant initiatives, including three railway projects worth Rs 23,437 crore across six states, a Gujarat shipyard, and a five-year mission with Rs 5,659 crore to boost cotton yield.