A video claiming that the newly formed Tamil Nadu government under actor-turned-politician Vijay to award ₹1 lakh to citizens who provide video evidence of government officials accepting bribes is going viral on social media, raising questions of its authenticity. The circulating message claims that the Tamil Nadu government led by Vijay, under his party TVK, is planning to financially reward citizens who expose corruption with video proof. According to the post, the initiative is aimed at encouraging transparency, reducing bribery in public offices, and empowering citizens to report wrongdoing without fear.
Is there any confirmation from CMO Tamilnadu?
No official order or statement issued by the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) or any department of the Vijay government does not confirm the claim that the government has announced ₹1 lakh reward scheme to promote transparency in the government.
The Sunday Guardian’s fact-checking figured out that the viral post is misleading and false as there is no confirmation or announcement from Vijay Government’s side.
The viral claim has created a debate on social media platforms. Some users hold it as a strong anti-corruption measure while others had concerns of possible misuse, false complaints, and need for strict verification mechanisms.
Vijay’s First orders in Office
Vijay’s first days in office have seen him making a series of important governance decisions that focus on welfare, public safety, and anti-drug deeds. The newly-elected chief minister signed the first 200 units of free electricity for domestic consumers as a way to help ease the cost of living for families who are struggling.
Also, a new women’s safety force has been announced to enhance the safety of women and older girls over all parts of the state.
CM Vijay will award ₹1 lakh
To anyone who submits video evidence of govt staff seeking bribes.
This could be a landmark move to tackle corruption.🔥 pic.twitter.com/ZFsHO0K2Xy
— 🚨Indian Gems (@IndianGems_) May 20, 2026
Finally, Vijay has also approved the formation of district-level anti-drug task forces. These initial files are being signed in a move to signal the priorities of Vijay’s new government. I
At the time of his swearing-in, Vijay outlined his early priorities as education, health, and social welfare. There is a clear emphasis on welfare and lightening the load on the people. The free electricity bill is geared toward easing a very large part of that.
The additional safety forces are a direct response to growing concerns about public safety. The anti-drug task forces are a move to support anti-drug deeds as well and keep the youth away from drug abuse.
But none of the measures encouraged the public to give any reward of 1 lakh on corruption taking place inside the house.
Thus, the virally-spread claim, that the Vijay govt. has announced a reward of ₹1 lakh for exposing corruption, is false. There is no such confirmation announced by the Tamil Nadu govt. on this. You should double check such claims before sharing them.
