Congress MP Karti Chidambaram NEW DELHI: Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Monday played down the buzz around TVK supporters projecting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay for a larger role in national politics, saying that becoming Prime Minister requires the backing of at least 272 MPs.Chidambaram was responding to Vijay’s participation in the 31st Meeting of the Southern Zonal Council, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.Speaking about the Tamil Nadu-based political party led by the actor-turned-politician, Chidambaram said its leadership could have national ambitions, but the numbers in Parliament would ultimately determine who could become Prime Minister.“To become Prime Minister of India, you need to command the support of 272 MPs, any formation or any political party which commands the support of 272 MPs and the leader of that formation will be Prime Minister of India. They are a political party which is centered around a very prominent movie star. So they can have their fantasies, dreams, ambitions, wishes for their leader,” Chidambaram said.Earlier, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president and MP Manickam Tagore criticised the ruling party, saying some Tamil Nadu ministers continued to operate in a “fan club mode” and that those with such a mindset could not be changed.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesSpeaking to reporters at Coimbatore Airport on Saturday, Tagore was responding to Tamil Nadu Vettri Kazhagam minister Jagadeeswari’s remark that “today’s Chief Minister will be tomorrow’s Prime Minister.””They are still in fan club mode. Those who are in fan club mode cannot be changed,” he said.Vijay had earlier met home minister Amit Shah at the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council in Chengalpet, Tamil Nadu.Amit Shah is the chairman of the Southern Zonal Council, while Vijay serves as its vice-chairman.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.About the AuthorAadrita HalderWrites on social matters, geopolitics, and trending issues for the Times of India.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosChennai Murder Mystery: Woman’s Remains Found on Tamil Nadu Express, Police Hunt Couple in Odisha’No Full Press Conference’: US Envoy Gor On India’s ‘No Questions’ Request Before Modi-Trump Meet‘Represented India In 3 Nations’: Former Envoy Flags ‘Trouble Establishing Citizenship’ During SIRJaish Rebuilds Bahawalpur Complex Struck By India During Op Sindoor’India Can Attract Global Talent With Your Help’: PM Modi Meets Space Startups On National Space DayDelhi Cops Attacked With Chilli Powder & Bricks In Mukundpur; 17-Year-Old Arrested‘Plan To Meet Vance, Mamdani’: Why MEA Denied Permission For Telangana CM Revanth Reddy’s US Trip?’No Problem When Boys Do It’: Rahul Gandhi’s Attack At PM Modi Over Jantar Mantar AbuseYoutuber Ajeet Bharti Lists 4 Big Demands At Jantar Mantar, Calls For Reservation Reform And MeritPM Modi Meets BJP’s New Team At Delhi HQ As Party Pushes Vande Mataram Legacy Nationwide123PhotostoriesNauvari to Coorg style: Practical saree drapes that turned India’s traditional six yards of grace into comfortable workwear10 traditional Maharashtrian breakfast dishes for a flavourful start5 Indian bridal fabrics that were once considered more auspicious than silkThin hair looking flat? Try these hairstyles for instant volume6 subtle signs you’re being taken for granted by your partner10 baby names inspired by Sanskrit words that signify success and prosperityYour body after 40: 10 changes doctor says you should never dismiss as “just ageing”5 signs you’re losing yourself while trying to save your relationshipThe slow fade: 5 signs someone you love is pulling away5 best hair colours for Indian skin tones that instantly brighten your look123Hot PicksTCS laptop monitoring softwareSchool holiday todayKPMG AustraliaTrump tariffIOB LBO recruitmentNEET UG 2026US-Canada tradeSIM card rulesBank holiday todayTop TrendingNBA Trade RumorReservation Hatao AndolanKurukshetra MurderPunjab SIRCM VijayDelhi ITO AccidentChennai MurderGodhani Water Plant Gas LeakBengaluru RapidoAston Martin Crash
NEW DELHI: Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Monday played down the buzz around TVK supporters projecting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay for a larger role in national politics, saying that becoming Prime Minister requires the backing of at least 272 MPs.Chidambaram was responding to Vijay’s participation in the 31st Meeting of the Southern Zonal Council, chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.Speaking about the Tamil Nadu-based political party led by the actor-turned-politician, Chidambaram said its leadership could have national ambitions, but the numbers in Parliament would ultimately determine who could become Prime Minister.“To become Prime Minister of India, you need to command the support of 272 MPs, any formation or any political party which commands the support of 272 MPs and the leader of that formation will be Prime Minister of India. They are a political party which is centered around a very prominent movie star. So they can have their fantasies, dreams, ambitions, wishes for their leader,” Chidambaram said.Earlier, Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president and MP Manickam Tagore criticised the ruling party, saying some Tamil Nadu ministers continued to operate in a “fan club mode” and that those with such a mindset could not be changed.
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Speaking to reporters at Coimbatore Airport on Saturday, Tagore was responding to Tamil Nadu Vettri Kazhagam minister Jagadeeswari’s remark that “today’s Chief Minister will be tomorrow’s Prime Minister.”“They are still in fan club mode. Those who are in fan club mode cannot be changed,” he said.Vijay had earlier met home minister Amit Shah at the 31st meeting of the Southern Zonal Council in Chengalpet, Tamil Nadu.Amit Shah is the chairman of the Southern Zonal Council, while Vijay serves as its vice-chairman.
