In a notable move, Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), rejected the police convoy vehicles assigned to him after his party secured 108 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Despite the official protocol, which typically provides the Chief Minister-elect with security convoy vehicles, Vijay made a personal request to return the convoy vehicles until after his swearing-in ceremony. His party clarified that Vijay would accept the official chief minister-level security only after forming the government with a clear, decisive mandate.

The four convoy vehicles assigned to Vijay on May 4 were returned from his residence following his request, although security arrangements remained in place near his Panaiyur residence and at the Lok Bhavan, where he met with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar to stake his claim for government formation. However, Vijay did not use the government vehicle for his meeting with the Governor.

This decision has sparked discussions in political circles, with some interpreting it as a statement of intent regarding his approach to governance, while others highlight it as a gesture of humility and commitment to a formal mandate. The move signifies a departure from the usual political norms and adds to the unfolding drama of Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.