Tamil nadu

In May 2026, a video from a temple in Tamil Nadu showed devotees being handed currency notes as “prasadam,” drawing widespread attention because temples usually receive donations rather than distribute money to worshippers. The video shows a large crowds of devotees lining up while temple staff or organizers gave out cash believed to be part of a local “Pidikasu” tradition, where receiving blessed money is considered auspicious and associated with prosperity. #Tamil nadu

On 10 May 2026, actor turned politician C. Joseph Vijay, popularly known as “Thalapathy” Vijay, became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam secured enough support to form the government, ending nearly six decades of dominance by DMK and AIADMK. After taking oath in Chennai, Vijay signed his first official files approving 200 units of free electricity for domestic consumers, announced special task forces for women’s safety and anti drug enforcement. He later chaired his first review meeting on law and order while stating that his government would release a white paper on the state’s financial condition, claiming Tamil Nadu had inherited a debt burden of over ₹10 lakh crore. #Tamil nadu

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