# Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s wife withdraws divorce petition

2026-08-07T18:02:06+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk

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Sangeetha, wife of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, withdrew her divorce petition on Friday in the Chengelpattu family court, appearing via video-conference. The court accepted her withdrawal and formally closed the case, granting her the liberty to refile later if needed. The petition, filed last year under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, alleged extra-marital relations and mental cruelty. The Federal reports informed sources indicate an out-of-court settlement, noting the couple's son Jason recently praised his father publicly for the first time.

## Coverage

- rediff.com <https://www.rediff.com/news/report/c-joseph-vijays-wife-sankgeetha-withdraws-divorce-plea/20260807.htm>
- thefederal.com <https://thefederal.com/category/states/south/tamil-nadu/vijay-wife-sangeetha-withdraws-divorce-petition-252833>

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