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Vijay's TVK Secures Magic Number 118, Looks Set to Form Government in Tamil Nadu

Actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has now crossed the crucial majority mark of 118 in the fractured Tamil Nadu Assembly after securing the support of Congress, VCK, CPI, and CPI(M). This alliance has strengthened Vijay’s claim to form the next government, with all eyes now on whether Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar will invite him to take the next step. TVK had emerged as the single largest party in the recently-concluded Tamil Nadu elections, securing 107 seats out of 234 in the Assembly. Following the election, the opposition parties—Congress, VCK, CPI, and CPI(M)—extended their support, pushing Vijay's alliance to the magic number of 118, needed to form the government. With this new backing, Vijay is expected to stake his claim once again after an earlier rejection by the Governor. TVK had previously sought an appointment with Governor Arlekar, but it was rescheduled to 6 pm. This delay has caused political turmoil, with several protests from TVK cadres and Congress announcing statewide demonstrations against the Governor’s stance. The political drama surrounding Vijay's efforts to form a government has been further complicated by criticisms of the Governor’s refusal to invite the largest party to form a government. Opposition leaders have argued that the Governor’s actions go against constitutional norms, citing precedents where leaders were invited to form governments without initially proving their majority in the legislature. With political tensions high, the sudden consolidation of support around Vijay is seen as a significant turning point. The Congress, Left, and VCK have all rallied behind Vijay’s leadership, but the Governor’s next move remains crucial in determining if Vijay will be invited to form the next Tamil Nadu government. Behind the scenes, there have been reports of frantic negotiations, with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge personally speaking to VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan to secure their support. Despite some criticisms from VCK leader Sinthanai Selvan about Vijay’s handling of post-poll situations and accusations of resort politics, the larger concern has been preventing what opposition parties see as an attempt to impose "Governor’s Rule" in Tamil Nadu. BJP’s spokesperson, however, maintains that the Governor is acting within constitutional boundaries. As the battle for power in Tamil Nadu intensifies, the political standoff shows no signs of ending soon. With TVK now in a stronger position, it remains to be seen whether the Governor will accept the support from Vijay’s alliance and move forward with the formation of the government.

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Vijay's TVK Secures Magic Number 118, Looks Set to Form Government in Tamil Nadu

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DMK Slams Congress for Backing Vijay's TVK, Calls Them Backstabbers

Chennai, May 6, 2026 - The political landscape in Tamil Nadu has seen a dramatic shift with Congress aligning with Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), a move that has been met with sharp criticism from their pre-poll ally, DMK. The Congress party, after a late-night virtual meeting, decided to extend conditional support to TVK, demanding cabinet positions and chairmanships in certain boards. The formal announcement of this alliance is expected soon, signaling a shift in political alliances in Tamil Nadu. The Fallout Between Congress and DMK The DMK, led by outgoing Chief Minister MK Stalin, wasted no time in accusing Congress of betrayal. DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai took to social media, calling Congress "backstabbers" for breaking away from their pre-poll alliance. Annadurai reminded Congress that their five Assembly seats were possible only because of Stalin's leadership and support during the elections. He also pointed out that it was Stalin who had stood by Congress during tough times, including when the BJP/RSS trolled Rahul Gandhi as "Pappu." This political fallout marks the end of the DMK-Congress alliance, with Congress now choosing to back Vijay's TVK, which emerged as the single largest party with 108 seats in Tamil Nadu's Assembly. Vijay’s TVK, which had initially ruled out an alliance with BJP, has found a new ally in Congress, signaling a new phase in Tamil Nadu politics. Despite falling short of a majority, TVK remains confident about forming a government with outside support, and they have already reached out to other parties from the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance. The Congress, under the coordination of Karti Chidambaram, has decided to join hands with TVK, which is likely to shape Tamil Nadu’s political future in the coming weeks.

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DMK Slams Congress for Backing Vijay's TVK, Calls Them Backstabbers

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Vijay's TVK Secures Magic Number 118, Looks Set to Form Government in Tamil Nadu

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Vijay's TVK Secures Magic Number 118, Looks Set to Form Government in Tamil Nadu

Vijay's TVK Secures Magic Number 118, Looks Set to Form Government in Tamil Nadu

DMK Slams Congress for Backing Vijay's TVK, Calls Them Backstabbers

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