C Joseph Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has been invited by Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to form the state government after securing support from 120 MLAs in the 234-member assembly. This development marks a historic shift in Tamil Nadu politics, as Vijay becomes the first chief minister not affiliated with the traditional Dravidian parties since the state's formation in 1967. His party won 108 seats in the recent assembly elections, and after negotiations, he gained the backing of parties such as the Congress, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), and the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML). The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for May 10, 2026, at 10 am in Nehru Stadium, Chennai. The Governor has instructed Vijay to seek a vote of confidence from the assembly by May 13, 2026. This political shift ends a 50-year dominance of the Dravidian parties, with Vijay's party emerging as the single-largest party. Outgoing Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed support for the new government formation, emphasizing the importance of stability in the state.