Tamil Nadu Govt Formation LIVE: VCK Backs TVK; Vijay Secures Majority To Form Government

TVK Vijay Oath Ceremony Live Updates: Tamil Nadu awaits clarity as Vijay’s bid to form government faces delays amid alliance uncertainty and an unresolved majority test.

By : Bharathi SP  | Updated at : 09 May 2026 05:19 PM (IST)

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17:19 (IST) May 09
TVK Chief Oath Ceremony Live: IUML Extends Support To TVK
17:16 (IST) May 09
Stalin Welcomes Allies Backing TVK Govt, Says DMK Alliance Intact on Policy Grounds
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16:48 (IST) May 09
TVK Vijay Oath Ceremony LIVE: VCK Backs TVK

Tamil Nadu TVK VIjay Government Formation Live Updates: As TN waits for clarity, all eyes remain on the final round of political negotiations that could decide whether Vijay’s dramatic electoral rise culminates in him becoming the state’s next Chief Minister.
Source : PTI

Background

TVK Vijay Oath Ceremony Live Updates: Tamil Nadu continues to witness intense political uncertainty as suspense grows over whether C. Joseph Vijay will finally take oath as the state’s next Chief Minister. Despite emerging as the leader of the single-largest party after the Assembly elections, the actor-turned-politician is still navigating a complicated alliance puzzle before securing a clear path to power.

The anticipated swearing-in ceremony, initially expected on May 9, now hangs in the balance as discussions with allies and supporting parties continue behind closed doors. The Governor is yet to make a final decision, keeping the state’s political atmosphere tense and uncertain.

TVK Emerges As Largest Party But Falls Short Of Majority

In the recently concluded Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam secured 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly, making it the single-largest formation in the House. The Congress, which won five seats, has extended unconditional support to Vijay’s party, boosting the alliance tally significantly.

However, Vijay is expected to vacate one of the two constituencies from which he contested. Once that process is completed, TVK’s strength will reduce to 107. With Congress support included, the coalition currently reaches 112 seats.

Adding to the momentum, the Left parties, Communist Party of India and Communist Party of India (Marxist), with two MLAs each, have also backed Vijay, taking the alliance tally to 116, still short of the halfway mark required to form the government.

VCK And IUML Trigger Fresh Political Confusion

The biggest uncertainty now revolves around the stance of key DMK allies, particularly the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi and the Indian Union Muslim League.

While Vijay reportedly informed the Governor that both parties had assured him of support, the IUML later stated that it would continue to remain aligned with the DMK camp. The VCK, too, stopped short of officially handing over a letter of support despite earlier indications that it may back TVK from outside the government.

Political speculation intensified further after senior VCK leaders held discussions with M. K. Stalin late on Friday evening. Even so, political sources suggest the possibility of outside support to Vijay has not been completely ruled out.

Governor Seeks Proof Before Final Call

Vijay met Governor Rajendra Arlekar for the third consecutive day to reinforce his claim to form the government. During the meeting, he reportedly submitted letters of support from Left parties while also citing verbal commitments from VCK and IUML leaders.

The TVK delegation included senior party functionaries and film producer Venkat Narayanan, known for producing Vijay’s upcoming film Jana Nayagan.

Despite the intense lobbying, the Governor has not yet issued an invitation to form the government. Instead, TVK has reportedly been given time until May 10 to demonstrate majority support in the Assembly, delaying any immediate oath-taking ceremony.

17:19 PM (IST)  •  09 May 2026

TVK Chief Oath Ceremony Live: IUML Extends Support To TVK

IUML extended its unconditional support to TVK to form a government in the state. With this, TVK now has the support of Congress, CPI, CPI(M), VCK, IUML, taking its tally to 121, crossing the majority mark of 118.

17:16 PM (IST)  •  09 May 2026

Stalin Welcomes Allies Backing TVK Govt, Says DMK Alliance Intact on Policy Grounds

Stalin tweets, "I welcome the announcement by our alliance comrades that "to avoid the current crisis, even if we express support for the Tamil Nadu Victory Federation to form the government, we continue in the DMK-led secular progressive alliance on the basis of policy." The Congress MLAs who contested and won on behalf of the alliance did not come to Anna Arivalayam to express their thanks. On the same day, the Congress party severed ties with the DMK and proceeded. At the same time, Communist leaders Comrade Shanmugam and Comrade Veerapandian, along with Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi party leader Thirumavalavan, have announced that they will continue to join hands with the DMK and fight for the rights of Tamil Nadu and the welfare of the people, thereby expressing a sense of camaraderie and demonstrating their trust in the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, which is strong in policy. At this crucial time of testing, I express my deepest gratitude from the heart to all the alliance movement leaders who stood firmly with us, including Professor Aaya Kather Mohideen, Annan Vaiko, Sister Premalatha Vijayakanth, Professor Jawahirlulla, and brothers Eswaran and Tamimun Ansari. No amount of thanks or praise can suffice for their steadfastness...It is my personal wish that the new government, which will be formed, continues those schemes, which were conceived with far-sighted thinking and rich planning..."

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