CM Vijay Leads Review Meeting to Safeguard 69% Reservation Policy in Tamil Nadu

Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay chaired a critical review meeting on May 26, 2026, focused on protecting the 69% reservation policy in Tamil Nadu. The meeting included Ministers and high-ranking officials who were instructed to take swift legal action to uphold this policy, which provides reservations for Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes in educational institutions and government employment.

The backdrop of this urgent meeting stems from impending Supreme Court hearings on cases challenging the legitimacy of the 69% reservation, set for May 27, 2026. The Chief Minister’s emphasis on expedient legal measures underscores the administration’s determination to defend its reservation framework amidst growing scrutiny and potential judicial review.

Key participants in the meeting included Minister for Public Works and Sports Development Aadhav Arjuna, Minister for Energy Resources and Law R. Nirmalkumar, Minister for Backward Classes Welfare V. Sampath Kumar, and Advocate General Vijay Narayan. The collaborative effort reflects the government’s commitment to maintaining social equity and access to opportunities for underrepresented communities in Tamil Nadu.