Elections are over in Tamil Nadu and the counting will begin on 4 May 2026. Like a typical politician, Joseph Vijay, head of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, headed to Tiruchendur Murugan temple. This is the same Vijay who has an anti-Hindu EV Ramasamy Naicker who called for destruction of Pillayar idols, disgustingly described the birth of Lord Muruga, who is now on a temple run.
Joseph Vijay visited the Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy Temple in the early hours of Tuesday, 28 April 2026, where a Shatru Samhara Yagam was scheduled to be conducted on behalf of the party, as reported in Dinamalar.
The Tiruchendur temple is revered as the second of the Arupadai Veedu, the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan. During the visit, Vijay had darshan of Lord Subramaniya Swamy and participated in the Viswaroopa Darshan pooja, offering his prayers. According to belief, worshipping the deity at Tiruchendur, where Lord Murugan is said to have defeated Surapadman, grants success in one’s endeavours.
Party sources stated that the visit was undertaken with the objective of seeking victory in the upcoming Assembly elections. They reiterated that Vijay places strong faith in Hindu religious practices and undertakes important activities based on astrological advice.
The Shatru Samhara Yagam, intended to ensure favourable electoral outcomes and overcome political rivals, was performed on behalf of Vijay by TVK General Secretary Anand. Several close associates, including Jagadish, accompanied him during the visit.
At the temple, Vijay was accorded a Poorna Kumbha welcome before proceeding for darshan. Temple authorities also presented him with a sacred ‘Vel’ as a mark of respect.
— Thanthi TV (@ThanthiTV) April 28, 2026
While one may wonder how a Christian Vijay entered the temple. As per recent court orders, people from other religion can only go up to the kodimaram of the temple and the outer prakaras. Entry inside is only for Hindus. Alterntely, if the devotee signs a declaration professing his faith in Hinduism, he is allowed inside. It is reported that Vijay did sign such a declaration.
பஞ்சாயத்து முடிவுக்கு வந்தது. முருகப்பெருமான் விஜய்க்கு அருள் புரியட்டும். 🙏 pic.twitter.com/cCxz9QVZuo
— kishore k swamy 🇮🇳 (@sansbarrier) April 28, 2026
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