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இனிய “சென்னை நாள்” நல்வாழ்த்துகள் – முதலமைச்சர் ஜோசப் விஜய்!
A report published by News7 Tamil has incorrectly identified the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu as 'Joseph Vijay' while attributing a statement regarding Chennai Day to him. According to official government records, the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu is M.K. Stalin, who has held the position since May 2021.
While the popular Tamil actor Vijay has recently launched a political party, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, he does not hold any government office, nor has he been elected as the Chief Minister of the state. The claim that he issued an official statement in the capacity of Chief Minister is factually incorrect.
Chennai Day, celebrated annually on August 22, marks the founding of the city of Madras in 1639. Official messages for the occasion are typically issued by the incumbent Chief Minister or the Mayor of Chennai. This report appears to be a significant error in political attribution.
Truth Score
30/100
Disputed
Why this score
The report incorrectly identifies the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu as 'Joseph Vijay', whereas the current Chief Minister is M.K. Stalin. The claim appears to be a misattribution or a satirical/fictional error, as the actor Vijay has recently entered politics but does not hold the office of Chief Minister.
Red Flags
- contradicts official records
- fabricated quote
Cross-checked against
No corroborating trusted sources found.
Original report: News7 Tamil