CM Joseph Vijay Returns to Chennai After London Tour

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay returned to Chennai on Thursday wrapping up a six-day official visit to London aimed at drawing global capital and accelerating industrial development across the state.

CM Vijay led a state delegation to the UK to attract investments into Tamil Nadu. Embarking on the UK tour on the night of September 10, the chief minister spearheaded a strategic push to position Tamil Nadu as a premier international hub for advanced manufacturing and



technology.

An official release said CM Vijay completed a highly successful official visit to the United Kingdom, securing new investment commitments worth Rs 15,300 crore and laying the groundwork for a world-class Motor Sports City in the state. 

Accordingly, on September 12, 2026, Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Kumaran Periasamy, met with the chief minister in London to discuss emerging trade opportunities and partnerships under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) framework.