TVK Vijay's success formula decoded: How Thalapathy weaved a social media algo aura to beat DMK
Actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has emerged as the largest party in Tamil Nadu. The party leveraged social media and its extensive fan network for its campaign. Vijay's strategy involved limited traditional media interaction. This approach focused on key issues and voter engagement. The party's success highlights a new political landscape in the state.
A one-vote victory and 50 per cent thresholds: TVK's 2026 election revolution arithmetic
The 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections saw a new political force emerge. TVK, a first-time contender, has significantly challenged the long-standing dominance of DMK and AIADMK. The party secured victories in key constituencies, even surpassing the combined vote share of the Dravidian giants in some areas. TVK's performance has reshaped the political landscape of Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu elections: Actor Vijay's new party, TVK, has won big in state polls. This victory breaks the old two-party rule. Upset AIADMK leaders may support Vijay. The DMK is angry with the Congress for possibly backing TVK. Governor Rajendra Arlekar accepted the DMK government's resignation. Vijay has asked to meet the Governor. The future government's shape is now uncertain.
Actor-turned-politician Vijay's TVK is poised to form the government in Tamil Nadu, emerging as the single-largest party but needing allies. The Congress has reportedly pledged support for a secular government, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the DMK. Meanwhile, a faction within the AIADMK is reportedly considering backing Vijay.
Newcomer Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) led by actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay swept the State, bringing down Dravidian majors DMK and AIADMK in a historic shift. Here are graphics giving the overview of results.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: DMK calls Congress' move to support TVK a 'backstab'
The DMK has strongly criticized the Congress party's decision to support actor Vijay's TVK in forming the government in Tamil Nadu. DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai called the move a 'backstab' against the people and the mandate. He questioned the alliance's numbers and suggested the Congress is seeking cabinet berths. The AIADMK has also decided to support TVK.
AIADMK Legislators to Meet in Chennai Amid Discussions of External Support for Vijays TVK
Chennai, May 6: The political landscape in Tamil Nadu is buzzing with activity as the newly elected AIADMK legislators prepare for a crucial meeting in Chennai on Wednesday. Reports suggest that a faction within the party is in favor of extending external support to actor-politician C. Joseph Vijays party, TVK, for at least one year. ... Read more AIADMK Legislators to Meet in Chennai Amid Discussions of External Support for Vijays TVK
Cracks have emerged within the INDIA bloc following the Tamil Nadu election results, with the DMK accusing its ally, the Congress, of ackstabbing for supporting actor-politician Vijay's TVK party. The DMK criticized the Congress' decision as foolhardy and driven by ego, questioning its trustworthiness and potential impact on other alliance partners.
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Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Several Districts in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, May 6: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds in several districts of Tamil Nadu over the coming days. This weather pattern is attributed to a trough, a low-pressure area, extending from Madhya Pradesh to Tamil Nadu. According to the meteorological department, this trough is ... Read more Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Several Districts in Tamil Nadu
TVK MLAs lodged at Mamallapuram Luxury Resort as Vijay prepares to form Government
Victorious TVK MLAs are staying at a luxury resort in Mamallapuram. The Tamil Nadu Congress has decided to support the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam to form the government. TVK secured 108 seats in the recent Assembly elections, falling short of a majority. This alliance could impact national politics. Opposition parties will reassess their strategies.
A significant rift has emerged within the INDIA alliance as the Congress party decided to support the Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in Tamil Nadu. This move has drawn sharp criticism from the DMK, which accused Congress of ackstabbing and jeopardizing the alliance's credibility ahead of the 2029 elections.
Congress to support Vijay's TVK for govt formation in Tamil Nadu: Sources
New Delhi, May 06: The Tamil Nadu Congress has decided to support TVK leader Vijay in forming a secular government in the state, sources said. The decision to support the TVK was taken at an urgent meeting of the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) of Tamil Nadu Congress late on Tuesday night. AICC in-charge for Tamil Nadu Affairs of the party Girish Chodankar had called the meeting of the Committee to decide on extending support to TVK. The meeting, the sources said, was convened on Zoom and senior members expressed their views in favour of supporting the actor-turned-politician. The PAC of Tamil Nadu Congress unanimously decided to support TVK leader Thiru Vijay to form a secular government in Tamil Nadu, the sources confirmed. Earlier during the day, the Congress claimed that Vijay had sought its support for government formation in the state and informed that its leadership has directed the state unit to take a final decision on the matter, keeping in view the state's sentiments. The party, which fought the assembly election in alliance with the DMK, asserted that the mandate in the southern state is for a secular government and that it is determined ot to have the BJP and its proxies run the government of Tamil Nadu in any manner. Top Congress leaders held a meeting at party chief Mallikarjun Kharge's residence on Tuesday evening that was attended by Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Tamil Nadu in-charge Girish Chodankar, among others. Addressing the media after the meeting, Congress general secretary, Organisation, K C Venugopal had said the party leadership discussed the post-election scenario in the southern state. TVK President Thiru Vijay has requested the Indian National Congress for support to form a Government in Tamil Nadu, he said. The INC is clear that the mandate in Tamil Nadu is for a secular government that is committed to protecting the Constitution in letter and spirit. The INC is determined not to have the BJP and its proxies run the Government of Tamil Nadu in any manner, he said. Venugopal said the Congress leadership has directed the TNCC to take a final decision on Thiru Vijay's request, keeping in view the sentiments of the state reflected in the electoral verdict. Vijay's TVK won 108 seats in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, falling short of the halfway mark. He needs the support of 10 MLAs to form a government with a simple majority. The results were declared only on Monday. The Congress has won five seats, while the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) has bagged four seats. The CPI and CPI-M have two seats each. The outgoing ruling party, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), has won 59 seats while the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has won 47 seats. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won only one seat, and so have the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) and the Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam (AMMK), while the VCK has won two seats. The Congress had fought the assembly polls in a pre-poll alliance with the DMK, while the BJP had a tie-up with the AIADMK.
TVKs Vijay stakes claim to form Tamil Nadu govt
Actor-turned-politician Vijay has staked claim to form the government after his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, emerged as the single largest in the Tamil Nadu Assembly with 108 seats, falling short of the 118 needed for a majority
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Vijay Likely To Form Government Tomorrow, Say Sources
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live Updates: The TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, falling short of the majority mark of 118.
The 2K-vote gap: How 12 narrow losses cost TVK simple majority
Actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam narrowly missed a majority, losing 12 seats by under 2,000 votes, including one by just 285 votes. Despite these close calls, TVK secured significant victories, with some margins exceeding 60,000 votes, demonstrating a strong debut performance.
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Congress to support Vijays TVK for govt formation in Tamil Nadu: Sources
New Delhi: The Tamil Nadu Congress has decided to support TVK leader Vijay in forming a secular government in the state, sources said. The decision to support the TVK was taken at an urgent meeting of the Political Affairs Committee (PAC) of Tamil Nadu Congress late on Tuesday night. TN Congress unanimously decides to support Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Actor Vijay's political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, made a huge impact in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Vijay secured victories in two constituencies. Actor Pooja Hegde shared a viral video that fans interpreted as an early prediction of his win. The party emerged as the single largest party, falling short of a majority. Read on!
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NEW DELHI, May 5: Most of the Congress candidates who won in the recent assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, West Bengal and Tamil Nadu were Muslims, sources analysing the poll results said. As per the results, 18 out of 19 MLAs that Congress has won in Assam are Muslims. The Congress had fielded 20 Muslim []
BJPs Victory Echoes Hindu Identity in Recent Elections
New Delhi, May 6: The BJP has secured a significant majority in West Bengal and Assam, while the DMK faced a crushing defeat in Tamil Nadu. Various issues and factors influenced the election campaign, but the controversial statements regarding Hindu, Hindutva, and Sanatan emerged as key elements. These remarks led to a perception that a ... Read more BJPs Victory Echoes Hindu Identity in Recent Elections
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AIADMK Strategizes After Tamil Nadu Election Results, Meeting Scheduled for Wednesday
Chennai, May 6: Following its third-place finish in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has decided to convene its newly elected legislators for their first meeting on Wednesday. According to party sources, this meeting is crucial for restructuring the organization and determining its future political direction. The agenda ... Read more AIADMK Strategizes After Tamil Nadu Election Results, Meeting Scheduled for Wednesday
Tamil Nadu and Kerala Election Results Showcase Strength of Indian Democracy: Sadanand Chaudhary
New Delhi, May 6: Sadanand Chaudhary, founder of the political think tank LeaderTank, described the recent assembly election results as a testament to the strength of democracy in India. He emphasized that these results signify the power of the electorate. Reacting to the electoral landscape, Chaudhary compared events across various states. He noted that the ... Read more Tamil Nadu and Kerala Election Results Showcase Strength of Indian Democracy: Sadanand Chaudhary
Tamil Nadu verdict: Vijay stakes claim, Congress offers conditional support
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Vijays Party Shines in Tamil Nadu Elections, PM Modi Expresses Gratitude
Chennai, May 6: A significant shift has occurred in Tamil Nadu politics, as actor-turned-politician Vijays party, Tamilga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), has made a remarkable debut in the elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to voters who supported the NDA in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. He praised TVKs performance and reaffirmed the central governments ... Read more Vijays Party Shines in Tamil Nadu Elections, PM Modi Expresses Gratitude
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Pooja Hegdes Prediction Comes True! Celebrities Congratulate Thalapathy Vijay on His Victory
Mumbai, May 6: South cinemas beloved actor Vijay has made a remarkable entry into politics. He recently achieved a stunning victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Notably, this was his first election, and he secured a significant and historic win on his very first attempt. Following his success, congratulatory messages flooded in from the ... Read more Pooja Hegdes Prediction Comes True! Celebrities Congratulate Thalapathy Vijay on His Victory
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Chennai Councillors want flood mitigation works and civic projects expedited
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No Decision Yet on Supporting TVK for Government Formation: Thol Thirumavalavan
Chennai, May 6: Thol Thirumavalavan, leader of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), stated on Tuesday that no decision has been made regarding support for the Tamilaga Vetrik Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor Vijay, in light of the fractured mandate observed in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. In the elections held on April 23, Vijays TVK ... Read more No Decision Yet on Supporting TVK for Government Formation: Thol Thirumavalavan
Foreign investors eye Tamil Nadu as TVK moves to form govt; labour, policy key concerns
Foreign companies in Tamil Nadu are watching closely as a new government forms. Firms from Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan seek stable policies and labor continuity. They hope for new incentives to boost electronics manufacturing and further investment. Established companies are less concerned, but new entrants are more watchful.
Tamil Nadu and Kerala Election Results Showcase the Strength of Indian Democracy: Sadanand Chaudhary
New Delhi, May 6: Sadanand Chaudhary, founder of the political think tank LeaderTank, described the recent assembly election results as a testament to the strength of democracy in India. He emphasized that these outcomes reflect the power held by the people. In his response to the electoral landscape, Chaudhary compared events across various states. He ... Read more Tamil Nadu and Kerala Election Results Showcase the Strength of Indian Democracy: Sadanand Chaudhary
Tamil Nadu: TVK moves MLAs to resort amid AIADMK talks
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam is preparing to form the government in Tamil Nadu. The party emerged as the largest in the recent elections. TVK leaders are meeting to finalize strategies. Discussions are underway with AIADMK and Congress for support. Other smaller parties are also being approached. TVK is ready to prove its majority when called by the governor.
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Metupalyam MLA Lone Kannadiga To Win In Tamil Nadu
Sunil Anand into agriculture and business was associated with All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) for about 10 years before he came into contact with Vijay Joseph to work for TVK.
ML questions Bengal, Tamil Nadu poll results
In a striking reaction to the recent election outcomes in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, the CPI(ML) voiced its dismay, blaming significant voter roll purges for their losses. The party pointed to the BJPs electoral success in Bengal alongside Thalapathy Vijays triumph in Tamil Nadu, asserting that millions of voters had been unjustly removed.
Vijay's Victory: Is the Vaagai Flower a Symbol of Ancient Power or Modern Political Theater?
Tamil political tradition celebrates victory with sound and movement, a practice dating back to Sangam times. The vaagai flower, symbolizing triumph, was historically worn by victorious leaders and warriors, as seen in the epic Silappathikaram. This ancient custom continues to resonate in modern celebrations and is emblazoned on TVK's flag
New Delhi, May 5: One day after the announcement of assembly election results, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has sent notifications regarding the formation of new assemblies to the governors of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, as well as to the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry. The tenures of the assemblies in these ... Read more Election Commission Sends Notification for New Assemblies in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal
Congress claims TVK chief Vijay has sought its support for govt formation in Tamil Nadu
Congress leaders met to discuss the Tamil Nadu election results. TVK chief Vijay has sought Congress support to form a government. The party leadership has asked the Tamil Nadu unit to make the final decision. Congress emphasized the mandate is for a secular government. They are determined to prevent the BJP from governing Tamil Nadu.
Congress mulls helping Vijay form secular govt. in Tamil Nadu after he reaches out for support
Since Mr. Vijay has to resign from one of the two constituencies (Perambur and Tiruchi East) he was elected from, effectively, the TVK would have 107 MLAs. This would bring down the strength of the House to 233. Thus, even if the Congress decides to support the TVK, the party would need the support of five more MLAs to cross the half-way mark
Watch: TVKs Chennai sweep surpasses AIADMKs 1977 debut
With the results of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections now declared, the newly formed Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor-turned-politician C. Joseph Vijay, has delivered a stunning performance in the states capital, Chennai, winning all but two of the 16 assembly constituencies.
Tamil Nadu Congress to take final call on Vijays support request: KC Venugopal
The Congress leadership has asked the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee to take a final call on Vijays request for support to form a government in the State. The decision will be taken keeping in mind the mandate for a secular government and the sentiments reflected in the electoral verdict.
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Vijay Seeks Congress Support To Form Tamil Nadu Government: KC Venugopal
TVK chief Vijay has requested Congress support to form government in Tamil Nadu: KC Venugopal
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Vijay, who recently made a striking debut in politics as the chief of TVK, secured a massive victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election 2026
Speaking to reporters at Coimbatore International Airport, Sengottaiyan attributed the partys success to the immense love and support shown by the people of Tamil Nadu to TVK leader Vijay. He said the foundation of any growing movement lies in sacrifice.
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TVK chief Vijay will be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister on May 7, securing 108 seats. Despite falling short of a majority, the party plans to seek support from smaller allies to form the government. Vijay has received congratulations from Rahul Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing commitment to public welfare and state progress.
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Vijay Thanks PM Modi for Congratulating TVKs Remarkable Performance in Tamil Nadu Elections
New Delhi, May 5: The Tamilaga Vetrik Katchi (TVK) achieved a remarkable victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Winning 108 out of 234 seats, TVK outperformed major parties like DMK and AIADMK. In response to this mandate, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated TVK and extended his best wishes, prompting party leader Vijay to express ... Read more Vijay Thanks PM Modi for Congratulating TVKs Remarkable Performance in Tamil Nadu Elections
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Tamil Nadu Election Result: Vijay Thanks PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi For Their Wishes On Tamil Nadu Win
TVK chief Vijay to be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister on May 7
Tamil Nadu is set for a significant political change. Vijay, leader of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, will take oath as the new Chief Minister on May 7. His party emerged as the single largest in the assembly elections. This marks a historic shift, ending the long-standing dominance of DMK and AIADMK. Vijay's rise follows a successful transition from cinema to politics.
Vijay to be Sworn in as Tamil Nadu's New CM on May 7
Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Tuesday accepted the resignation of MK Stalin and his Council of Ministers, following the electoral result
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The Assembly election results not only threw MK Stalin-led DMK out of power in Tamil Nadu but also shook its core after many senior ministers, including MK Stalin himself, lost the elections to actor Vijays TVK candidates. Among the remaining 32 ministers who contested, 15 ministers were defeated. While Stalin lost the Kolathur seat to former DMK MLA and TVK leader V S Babu, many senior leaders too tasted defeat. They include DMK General Secretary and one of the senior ministers Durai Murugan (Katpadi), M. Subramanian (Saidapettai), P.T.R. Palanivel Thiagarajan (Madurai Madhi), Anbil Mahesh Poyyamoshi (Thiruverumpur), T.R.P Raja (Mannargudi), S.M. Nassar (Avadi), T.M.O. Anparasan (Alandur), Moorthy (Madurai East), Geetha Jeevan (Thoothukudi), Muthusamy (Erode West), Mathiventhan (Rasipuram), R. Rajendran (Salem North), M.P. Saminathan (Kangeyam), Gandhi (Ranipettai) and Periyakaruppan (Thirupattur). Speaker Appavu (Radhapuram) too suffered defeat. Duraimurugan was relegated to third place in Katpadi, where TVK candidate Sudhakar won. In Saidapettai, M. Subramanian was defeated by TVK candidate Arul Prakasam by a margin of over 28,000 votes. Anbil Mahesh Poyyamoshi tasted defeat in Thiruverumpur at the hands of Vijayakumar Alias Navalpattu S Viji of TVK, who won by a margin of about 8,700 votes. TRB Raja, who was the Tamil Nadu Industries Minister, lost to Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) candidate Kamaraj S at Mannargudi constituency with a margin of 1,566 votes on Monday. Rajaa secured 66,850 votes while Kamaraj got 68,416 votes. Minister S.M. Nassar also faced defeat in Avadi constituency at the hands of TVKs R Ramesh Kumar. Tourism Minister R. Rajendran lost in Salem North constituency against TVK candidate Sivasakumar, who won by a margin of about 14,000 votes. In Madurai Madhi, where P.T.R. Palanivel Thiagarajan locked horns against director and actor Sundar C, the unexpected winner was TVKs Madhar Madharudeen, who won by a margin of 19,000 votes. Minister S. Muthusamy lost in Erode West constituency against TVK candidate Anand Mohan, who won by a margin of 22,000 votes, while Welfare Minister Mathiventhan lost in the Rasipuram (separate) constituency in Namakkal district to TVKs Lokesh Tamil Selvan. Geetha Jeevan also lost in Thoothukudi to actor Srinath (TVK), who won by a margin of over 37,000 votes. In Alandur, where T.M. Anparasan contested, TVKs M Harish sailed through. Minister K.R. Periyakaruppan lost by just 1 vote after a tight contest with TVK candidate Sreenivasa Sethupathi took over him. In Ranipett, Thahira of TVK secured an easy victory over DMK minister Dandhi. Minister Murthy lost in the Madurai East constituency against TVK candidate Karthikeyan, who won by more than one lakh votes. Tamil Development and Information Minister O.P. Saminathan lost in the Kangeyam constituency. AIADMK candidate N.S.N. Natarajan won by a huge margin.
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A day after the election results, resort politics has officially begun in Tamil Nadu. Falling short of the numbers to form the government, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has moved all its 107 MLAs-designate to the Four Points Resort located on the OMR road on the outskirts of Chennai. The aim is to keep the flock together as the party is short of numbers to form the government. The MLAs have been moved to the highly protected resort from where none of them will be able to reach out to the other political parties. This is only a cautious approach to prevent any potential poaching before the government formation is formally finalised, say sources in the TVK. Meanwhile, the party has also opened negotiations with the other political parties and has also poached a few MLAs from the AIADMK, which has won from 47 seats. Falling just a dozen seats short of the magic number, TVK leader C. Joseph Vijay, whose party emerged as the single largest in the state, is likely to seek support from secular forces, including the Congress, Left parties, and the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK). Thirumavalavans VCK and several other smaller parties, which secured single-digit seat counts, could play a pivotal role in government formation. We have not got any invitation for talks or negotiations from the TVK. We are still part of the Secular Progressive Alliance. We will decide if we get any invitation from the TVK, Thirumavalavan told the media. The state secretaries of the two left parties - Veerapandian, Shanmugam, and Thirumavalavan are in a closed-door meeting to decide on the next course of action. Three parties with two MLAs each are expected to support the TVK in reaching the majority mark. The Congress has won five seats, the VCK has won in two constituencies, both the Left parties have won from two each, Vijayakanths DMDK has won from one seat, and the IUML has two seats. We are continuing in the secular progressive alliance, Premalatha Vijayakanth told the media from Virudhachalam after receiving her MLA certificate. Dr Anbumani Ramadoss, who led the PMK faction, which has won from four constituencies, is also exploring options to support the TVK. The TVK has already opened negotiations with these parties to form the government. On the other side, the lone MLA from TTV Dhinakarans Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (AMMK) Kamaraj, who won against DMKs TRB Rajaa from Mannargudi, is likely to switch sides to the TVK. Meanwhile, former minister K.A. Sengottaiyan, who had won from his home turf Gobichettipalayam in a TVK ticket, is said to have opened backdoor negotiations with the AIADMK MLAs, promising them lucrative portfolios. To counter this, the AIADMK leadership had called for the MLAs to meet in Chennai on Wednesday. However, AIADMK insiders say that Edappadi K. Palaniswami is also exploring options to extend outside support to the TVK to form the government.
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Despite all the uncertainty over the Cabinet formation in Tamil Nadu after TVK failed to clear an absolute majority, speculations are rife about who will manage to get a berth in the new government. Just after the trend became clear, reports emerged that Vijay was in a huddle with his political advisor, John Arogyaswamy, who is instrumental in devising political strategies. Arogyaswamy is also said to be in the forefront of the discussions being held with PMK, and other parties, including the Congress and Left parties. Though the TVK still needs over 11 more MLAs to clear the majority mark, the names of big leaders in TVK who could land the ministerial berth are already doing the rounds. According to local media reports, Vijay Cabinet is likely to have a mix of experienced leaders and loyal administrators. The prominent among them is Bussy Anand, a former Pudhucherry legislator and TVKs general secretary. He is also the right-hand man of Vijay. Speculations are that he could be allocated a pivotal portfolio within the Cabinet. Given his instrumental role in strengthening the partys organisational structure, he is likely to be entrusted with key departments such as Home Affairs or Public Works. Sengottaiyan is another senior and experienced leader who left the AIADMK to join the TDP. He is likely to get a prominent berth in the Cabinet, and it could even be education. Aadhav Arjuna, a skilled election strategist, will get a prominent portfolio like Finance. Other names doing the rounds include CDR Nirmal Kumar, Arun Raj, Sathyabama, Dr. Prabhu, Madurai Kallanai, actor Srinath, Farwas, Tahira, Rajmohan, ECR Saravanan, and Vijay Saravanan. Meanwhile, Vijay has sent a letter to the Governor claiming the right to form the government. He stated that he is ready to provide a stable government in the interest of Tamil Nadu. He informed the governor that the party had secured 108 seats, and being the single largest party, it should be invited to form the government. We request an opportunity to demonstrate our majority, Vijay had said in an e-mail communication to Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, a source in the TVK said. Tamil Nadu's acting Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar will return to Chennai today. The Governor is said to be holding consultations with senior officials and legal experts regarding Vijay's letter.
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Tamil Nadu is preparing for a coalition government that it had not seen in decades. In 2006, the DMK led a minority government with outside support from the Congress. But this time with the numbers falling short of the majority mark of 118 in the 234 member assembly, the discussions within the TVK circles have moved from a celebratory note to constructive meetings. On Tuesday as Vijay met all his MLAs at the party office, the idea of going for a coalition government became visible. On Tuesday, Vijay was formally elected as the legislative party leader of the TVK. He also formally sent a letter to Governor Rajendra Arlekar to invite him to form the government. He also said that the TVK will prove its majority within two weeks time. This deadline of two weeks only indicates Vijays confidence which stems out of the backdoor negotiations he has already had with the other political parties including the Congress, VCK and the Communists. Vijay and his TVK have opened negotiations with the political parties which won single-digit seats by being in the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance (SPA). With just dozen seats short of the magic numbers, TVK is likely to get support from the secular forces including the Congress, the Communists, Thol. Thirumavalavans VCK and a few other smaller parties which have single digit numbers. Thirumavalavan has also indicated that he will continue to be part of a secular alliance that is not with the BJP. And as part of its strategy to secure numbers to cross the majority mark, Vijay and his TVK, sources say have agreed to give away four to six cabinet berths to the alliance partners. And Congress is demanding two berths from the TVK, while the VCK and the two communists might get one each for supporting the government. Out of the 107 MLAs except for former minister K.A. Sengottaiyan, Sathyabama, V.S. Babu, J.C.D. Prabhakaran most of them are first time MLAs who do not know the depth of administration or governance. Sources say that these former heavyweights from the AIADMK might secure lucrative portfolios while other faces like TVK general secretary Bussy N. Anand, Santiago Martins son-in-law Aadhav Arjun, C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar, former IRS officer K.G. Arun Raj and Raj Mohan are likely to get cabinet berths.
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