Vijay Stakes Claim to Form Government

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar at Lok Bhavan on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, to formally stake his claim to form the next government in the state.
This important political move came after TVK emerged as a major force in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections but fell short of a complete majority on its own.
Vijay’s visit to the Governor marks a major step toward government formation as he seeks official approval to lead the state.
Earlier in the day, the Congress party officially announced its support for TVK, significantly boosting Vijay’s chances of securing the numbers needed to form the government.
Congress leaders stated that their alliance with TVK is based on mutual respect, political understanding, and an agreed share in the new state government.
This support represents a historic political shift, as Congress has effectively ended its more than 20-year alliance with the DMK in Tamil Nadu.
The break from the DMK marks one of the biggest realignments in recent Tamil Nadu politics.
By backing TVK, Congress appears to be repositioning itself strategically in response to the changing political environment and Vijay’s growing popularity.
Political observers say this alliance could reshape the future power structure of Tamil Nadu, where traditional political equations are rapidly evolving.
For Vijay, the Congress partnership strengthens his position and brings him closer to potentially becoming the next Chief Minister.
The coming days will be crucial as the Governor reviews the claim and decides on the next constitutional steps for government formation.
This development signals a new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics, with TVK now at the center of the state’s power struggle.