Congress Returns to Tamil Nadu Cabinet After 59 Years as State Enters Coalition Era

Tamil Nadu's first coalition government in 59 years was formed on Thursday, with CM C. Joseph Vijay inducting 23 ministers, including two from Congress. Congress returned to power, with S. Rajesh Kumar and P. Viswanathan joining the cabinet, likely to handle Tourism and Higher Education respectively. The expansion aims to expand Congress' influence and prevent BJP influence, with VCK and IUML invited to join.