Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Nears Government Formation in Tamil Nadu
Third Time’s A Charm? Why Vijay’s Meetings With Governor Sparked Buzz
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Following a fractured verdict in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is set to form the government after securing support from allied parties. Governor Rajendra Arlekar has approved the majority claim, paving the way for an oath-taking ceremony scheduled for tomorrow in Chennai.
- 01Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam emerged as the largest party with 108 seats but needed support to reach the majority.
- 02The party received backing from Congress and other allies, helping it secure the necessary majority.
- 03Governor Rajendra Arlekar initially requested proof of majority support before allowing government formation.
- 04Vijay's third meeting with the Governor led to the approval of the majority claim.
- 05The oath-taking ceremony is set to take place in Chennai, marking a significant political shift in Tamil Nadu.
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The political landscape in Tamil Nadu is set for a significant change as Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) prepares to form the government following the 2026 Assembly elections. Although TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly, it fell short of the 118-seat majority. Governor Rajendra Arlekar initially required TVK to prove its majority before formally inviting it to form the government, leading to accusations from Congress and TVK leaders regarding delays attributed to the BJP-led central government. A crucial turning point occurred when Congress, Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), CPI, and CPI(M) extended their support to TVK, allowing it to surpass the majority threshold with support from approximately 118 to 120 MLAs. In a decisive third meeting with the Governor, Vijay submitted letters of support from allied MLAs, which led to Raj Bhavan's approval for the government formation. The oath-taking ceremony is scheduled for tomorrow in Chennai, marking a major breakthrough for TVK in its first Assembly election.
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The formation of a new government led by TVK could influence local policies and governance in Tamil Nadu, affecting various sectors and the political landscape.
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