On May 9, 2026, outgoing Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin (leader of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, DMK) urged the new government to continue the welfare schemes established by his administration. In a social media post, he emphasized that these schemes, which benefit women, youth, students, children, government employees, and marginalized sections, are crucial for the state's development. Stalin welcomed the support from alliance partners who pledged to remain in the Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA) despite their backing of the Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) to address the political crisis following a hung Assembly. He noted the support from leaders like Thol. Thirumavalavan of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and K.M. Kader Mohideen of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML). The political landscape shifted when TVK chief Vijay met with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, claiming to form a government with the backing of 120 elected MLAs in the 234-member Assembly, marking the end of political uncertainty in Tamil Nadu.