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CM Vijay Appoints Personal Astrologer Radhan Pandit Vettrivel, Who Predicted TVK Win, as OSD

  • On Monday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay officially appointed astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel as Officer on Special Duty in the Chief Minister's Office .
  • Vettrivel is widely recognized as a spiritual advisor to Vijay, having maintained long-standing ties with influential political figures, including former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa, who reportedly consulted him on major decisions.
  • Ahead of Assembly elections, Vettrivel reportedly predicted the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam would emerge victorious; he later visited Vijay's residence to personally congratulate the politician following the party's win.
  • This appointment highlights the growing influence of trusted personal advisors within political establishments, particularly figures associated with spirituality and astrology across Tamil Nadu's governance landscape.
  • Closure of 717 TASMAC liquor shops near temples, schools, and bus stands by the Tamil Nadu Government reflects Chief Minister Vijay's broader governance agenda influenced by spiritual advisors.
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The Free Press Journal broke the news in Mumbai, India on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
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