CHENNAI, July 14 -- Tamil Nadu chief minister and Perambur MLA C Joseph Vijay on Monday made his maiden visit to his Assembly constituency after assuming office, inaugurating a series of development projects and reviewing infrastructure works in the area.

The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president had won from both Perambur and Tiruchirappalli East in the April 23 Assembly elections. In accordance with the law, he resigned from the Tiruchirappalli East seat and retained Perambur, where he is now the sitting MLA.

Before resigning from the Tiruchirappalli East seat, Vijay had visited the constituency to thank voters and assured them of continued support for its development. The Election Commission has since declared the seat vacant, and...