Vijay Seeks Congress Support to Form Government in Tamil Nadu
Vijay Seeks Congress Backing To Form Tamil Nadu Government, Says KC Venugopal
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Vijay, leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has sought the Congress party's backing to form a government in Tamil Nadu after winning 108 seats in the assembly elections, falling short of the majority. The Congress, which won five seats, is yet to decide on the support request.
- 01TVK emerged as the single largest party with 108 seats.
- 02The majority mark required to form a government is 118 seats.
- 03Congress won five seats and is considering Vijay's request for support.
- 04Vijay aims to draw inspiration from Perumthalaivar Kamaraj in his political mission.
- 05Congress emphasizes the need for a secular government in Tamil Nadu.
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In the recent Tamil Nadu assembly elections, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) led by Vijay emerged as the largest party, securing 108 seats but falling short of the 118 seats needed for a majority. Vijay has reached out to the Indian National Congress (INC) for support in forming the government. Congress, which won five seats, is yet to make a decision regarding this request. KC Venugopal, a Congress MP, stated that the INC is committed to maintaining a secular government and protecting the Constitution, opposing any influence from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The Congress leadership has instructed the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) to consider the sentiments of the electorate before making a final decision on Vijay's appeal.
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The decision on whether Congress supports TVK could significantly influence the political landscape in Tamil Nadu, affecting governance and policy direction.
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