Tamil Nadu Government Formation LIVE Updates: VCK, Left to support Vijay; TVK chief to meet Governor shortly
The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TVK) led by Vijay has secured support from 118 MLAs, including backing from the VCK, CPI, and CPI(M), surpassing the halfway mark needed to form the government. Governor Rajendra Arlekar delayed Vijay’s swearing-in, prompting accusations from Congress leaders that the BJP is manipulating the process to delay the formation of a new government.
The Tamil Nadu BJP has stated it will not interfere in the formation of the new state government, respecting the people’s mandate. Meanwhile, the TVK, led by Vijay, has received critical support from the VCK, CPI, and CPI(M), totaling 118 MLAs—enough to form a government. Vijay is expected to meet Governor Rajendra Arlekar shortly to stake his claim. Governor Arlekar initially delayed Vijay’s swearing-in, requesting proof of majority support among MLAs. Congress leader Manickam Tagore accused the BJP of using the Governor to delay the process, calling it an attempt to undermine democracy. Congress leader Nivedith Alva criticized the Governor’s actions as deceitful to Tamil Nadu’s people. The Congress party’s decision to end its alliance with the DMK has deepened divisions within the INDIA bloc. DMK spokesperson Saravanan Anadurai condemned Congress for abandoning its ally, calling it a betrayal of Tamil Nadu’s people. Meanwhile, the IUML has not yet decided whether to join the TVK-led coalition, with discussions still ongoing. TVK MLAs are currently camped at a resort in Mahabalipuram, awaiting formal support from the CPI(M) and VCK. Reports suggest the DMDK and PMK may also extend backing to Vijay’s government. Congress MLAs, however, are reportedly being relocated to a resort in Hyderabad amid the fast-moving political developments.
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