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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Faces Live Crucial Floor Test, Banks on Allies to Secure Trust Vote

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to face his first trust vote today in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. While the numbers appear to favor him, the lead-up to the floor test has been filled with swift political alliances, intense negotiations, and even a court intervention. Vijay, who took oath as Chief Minister recently, currently enjoys the support of 120 MLAs, just above the required majority mark of 118 in the 234-member Assembly. Despite emerging as the largest party in the 2026 elections with 108 seats, Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) remained short of a majority. After securing support from the Congress, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), Communist Party of India (CPI), and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPIM), Vijay consolidated a coalition of 120 MLAs. Even with one MLA temporarily barred from participating, the coalition remains above the majority line, ensuring a manageable trust vote. A major boost came from VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan, who confirmed that his two-party MLAs would vote in favor of Vijay. Thirumavalavan’s support was instrumental in ensuring stability within the coalition. Additionally, Vijay’s efforts to consolidate support included meetings with Congress leaders, IUML, and even AIADMK dissidents. The opposition also faced internal turmoil, with a group of around 30 AIADMK MLAs led by CV Shanmugam and SP Velumani announcing their support for Vijay’s government. This added to the political chaos as these rebels accused the AIADMK leadership of secretly seeking DMK’s support to form an alternative government. However, the situation took another twist when TVK MLA R Seenivasa Sethupathy was temporarily barred from voting in the trust motion due to a pending case regarding vote-counting irregularities. Despite this, Vijay's coalition remains slightly above the required majority, and unless last-minute abstentions or legal interventions alter the scenario, he seems likely to survive the floor test. In the backdrop, the AMMK controversy added more drama when AMMK’s MLA Kamaraj was removed after his alleged forged support letter was used to claim his backing for the TVK. Vijay’s future in office hinges on today’s floor test, but with declared support from 120 MLAs, and despite a legal complication reducing his effective tally to 119, he is expected to clear the vote barring any unexpected developments.

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13 May 2026 00:37 AM 13 views

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Faces Live Crucial Floor Test, Banks on Allies to Secure Trust Vote

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to face his first trust vote today in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. While the numbers appear to favor him, the lead-up to the floor test has been filled with swift political alliances, intense negotiations, and even a court intervention. Vijay, who took oath as Chief Minister recently, currently enjoys the support of 120 MLAs, just above the required majority mark of 118 in the 234-member Assembly. Despite emerging as the largest party in the 2026 elections with 108 seats, Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) remained short of a majority. After securing support from the Congress, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), Communist Party of India (CPI), and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPIM), Vijay consolidated a coalition of 120 MLAs. Even with one MLA temporarily barred from participating, the coalition remains above the majority line, ensuring a manageable trust vote. A major boost came from VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan, who confirmed that his two-party MLAs would vote in favor of Vijay. Thirumavalavan’s support was instrumental in ensuring stability within the coalition. Additionally, Vijay’s efforts to consolidate support included meetings with Congress leaders, IUML, and even AIADMK dissidents. The opposition also faced internal turmoil, with a group of around 30 AIADMK MLAs led by CV Shanmugam and SP Velumani announcing their support for Vijay’s government. This added to the political chaos as these rebels accused the AIADMK leadership of secretly seeking DMK’s support to form an alternative government. However, the situation took another twist when TVK MLA R Seenivasa Sethupathy was temporarily barred from voting in the trust motion due to a pending case regarding vote-counting irregularities. Despite this, Vijay's coalition remains slightly above the required majority, and unless last-minute abstentions or legal interventions alter the scenario, he seems likely to survive the floor test. In the backdrop, the AMMK controversy added more drama when AMMK’s MLA Kamaraj was removed after his alleged forged support letter was used to claim his backing for the TVK. Vijay’s future in office hinges on today’s floor test, but with declared support from 120 MLAs, and despite a legal complication reducing his effective tally to 119, he is expected to clear the vote barring any unexpected developments.

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Stalin Can Pull Strings in Vijay Govt, But TVK Has a Backup Plan

Actor-turned-politician Vijay has secured his place as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for the first time, leading his new party, the Tamil Maanila Congress (TVK), to victory. However, his government’s stability may depend on a delicate balancing act. Despite being sworn in, Vijay's fragile majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly relies heavily on the support of parties and factions previously aligned with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), led by MK Stalin. Vijay’s TVK government now holds the support of 120 MLAs, just above the majority mark of 118. However, the coalition is propped up by the Congress, VCK, IUML, and the Left, most of which still have strong ties to Stalin’s DMK. This leaves the door open for Stalin to pull strings in the background, with his allies in the assembly potentially exerting significant influence over the TVK’s decision-making processes. Despite this, Vijay appears to have a backup plan. The AIADMK, Tamil Nadu’s principal opposition party, has seen internal rifts, and one faction led by senior MLAs SP Velumani and Shanmugam has pledged support for Vijay’s TVK. This move gives Vijay a potential lifeline, increasing his backing to 150 MLAs, provided the faction secures the necessary numbers to avoid disqualification under anti-defection laws. Vijay's decision to meet Stalin following his oath-taking was seen as a sign of political maturity, acknowledging Stalin's influence while maintaining a delicate balance with his own supporters. The political dynamics surrounding Vijay’s government reflect the challenges he faces, relying on support from both Stalin’s allies and AIADMK factions to stay in power. While the immediate future of Vijay's government appears secured with these arrangements, the optics of his reliance on former political adversaries could pose long-term challenges. As the political situation in Tamil Nadu continues to evolve, the success of Vijay’s tenure will depend on his ability to navigate these complex alliances and avoid potential pitfalls in the coming years.

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12 May 2026 07:24 AM 20 views

Stalin Can Pull Strings in Vijay Govt, But TVK Has a Backup Plan

Actor-turned-politician Vijay has secured his place as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for the first time, leading his new party, the Tamil Maanila Congress (TVK), to victory. However, his government’s stability may depend on a delicate balancing act. Despite being sworn in, Vijay's fragile majority in the Tamil Nadu Assembly relies heavily on the support of parties and factions previously aligned with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), led by MK Stalin. Vijay’s TVK government now holds the support of 120 MLAs, just above the majority mark of 118. However, the coalition is propped up by the Congress, VCK, IUML, and the Left, most of which still have strong ties to Stalin’s DMK. This leaves the door open for Stalin to pull strings in the background, with his allies in the assembly potentially exerting significant influence over the TVK’s decision-making processes. Despite this, Vijay appears to have a backup plan. The AIADMK, Tamil Nadu’s principal opposition party, has seen internal rifts, and one faction led by senior MLAs SP Velumani and Shanmugam has pledged support for Vijay’s TVK. This move gives Vijay a potential lifeline, increasing his backing to 150 MLAs, provided the faction secures the necessary numbers to avoid disqualification under anti-defection laws. Vijay's decision to meet Stalin following his oath-taking was seen as a sign of political maturity, acknowledging Stalin's influence while maintaining a delicate balance with his own supporters. The political dynamics surrounding Vijay’s government reflect the challenges he faces, relying on support from both Stalin’s allies and AIADMK factions to stay in power. While the immediate future of Vijay's government appears secured with these arrangements, the optics of his reliance on former political adversaries could pose long-term challenges. As the political situation in Tamil Nadu continues to evolve, the success of Vijay’s tenure will depend on his ability to navigate these complex alliances and avoid potential pitfalls in the coming years.

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Number Game Begins, How Will Vijay Secure the Remaining 10 Seats in Tamil Nadu?

Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Party has emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. However, with 108 seats, it still needs 10 more to reach the magic figure of 118, which is required to form a majority government. As the situation unfolds, the question now is how Vijay will secure these additional 10 seats to ensure his party's rule in the state. Vijay is set to receive an invitation from the Governor to form the government,

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05 May 2026 05:32 AM 22 views

Number Game Begins, How Will Vijay Secure the Remaining 10 Seats in Tamil Nadu?

Thalapathy Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Party has emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026. However, with 108 seats, it still needs 10 more to reach the magic figure of 118, which is required to form a majority government. As the situation unfolds, the question now is how Vijay will secure these additional 10 seats to ensure his party's rule in the state. Vijay is set to receive an invitation from the Governor to form the government,

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Vijay’s Solo Political Debut: Can His Star Power Rewrite Tamil Nadu’s Electoral Story?

Vijay, the celebrated Tamil actor, is making his bold debut into the political

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Vijay’s Solo Political Debut: Can His Star Power Rewrite Tamil Nadu’s Electoral Story?

Vijay, the celebrated Tamil actor, is making his bold debut into the political

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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Faces Live Crucial Floor Test, Banks on Allies to Secure Trust Vote

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Faces Live Crucial Floor Test, Banks on Allies to Secure Trust Vote

Stalin Can Pull Strings in Vijay Govt, But TVK Has a Backup Plan

Stalin Can Pull Strings in Vijay Govt, But TVK Has a Backup Plan

Number Game Begins, How Will Vijay Secure the Remaining 10 Seats in Tamil Nadu?

Number Game Begins, How Will Vijay Secure the Remaining 10 Seats in Tamil Nadu?

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