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Tamil Nadu Government Formation: The suspense surrounding the formation of a government in Tamil Nadu heightened Saturday after TVK chief Vijay's fourth consecutive day visiting with Governor Rajendra Arlekar in order to establish enough backing for him and others who may soon take part in forming the new government. 

Accompanied by senior leaders of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party (TVK), the film star-turned-politician submitted new letters of endorsement from the CPI and CPI (M) at Lok Bhavan.

However, a formal announcement from Raj Bhavan has not been made until now, and reports suggest that the TVK has not provided definitive proof of having majority support in the 234-member TN Assembly. 

The required number of eligible members (MLAs) to form a coalition that will constitute a government is 118. Although the TVK received 108 seats and is thus the single-largest party in terms of its representation, it currently has only five Congress MLAs, two CPI MLAs, and two CPI (M) MLAs, thus bringing the total up to 117.

If VCK extends support to assist the TVK coalition, the number of MLAs represented would be increased to 119, producing a comfortable majority within the Assembly. No support letter from VCK was found among the documents submitted by the actor-turned politician on Friday. Meanwhile, CPI leaders indicated that VCK Chief Thol Thirumavalavan will extend support to TVK if the Left stands behind the star.

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    A TVK supporter reportedly set himself on fire and suffered severe burn injuries amid the delay in government formation in Tamil Nadu, according to India Today. The victim, a 40-year-old man, has been admitted to a hospital where he is being treated for the injuries. 

  2. 03:38 PM, 09 May 2026

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    “The people have given a mandate to TVK and Vijay. The other parties are trying to do politics in between. The Governor is the facilitator of the Constitution, but doesn't have authority. It is his duty to invite TVK and prove the majority on the Floor of the Assembly, not Lok Bhavan. Why is he doing such drama? He is a mouthpiece of the BJP-RSS. He is not doing his job, but according to the direction of the BJP,” T Selvam, TVK leader said.

  3. 03:03 PM, 09 May 2026

    'Sabotage Of Democracy': CPI(M) Leader MA Baby Slams Delay In Inviting Vijay To Form Tamil Nadu Govt

    CPI(M) general secretary MA Baby, on Saturday, made strong remarks on the latest political events in Tamil Nadu and the uncertain situation on government formation.,

  4. 02:55 PM, 09 May 2026

    Ex-IPS Officer Moves SC Against Tamil Nadu Governor Over Refusal To Invite Vijay To Form Govt

    An ex-IPS officer moved the Supreme Court on Saturday (May 9, 2026) and urged the court to strike down Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar's refusal to invite the TVK chief C Joseph Vijay to form the Government, even when his party secured the highest number of seats. 

    The plea moved by IPS M Ramasubramani(retd), who is also an Additional Director General of Police and Inspector General of Police, held that the Governor's act was an unconstitutional declaration of majority outside the Assembly. ,


  5. 02:25 PM, 09 May 2026

    Tamil Nadu Govt Formation: VCK Slams 'False Reports' On Power-Sharing Demands Amid Vijay Govt Formation Talks

    VCK General Secretary, Dr D Ravikumar, on Saturday dismissed reports regarding VCK’s demands for Assembly positions. 

    He wrote, “The reports currently being circulated, claiming that the VCK is seeking various positions and making demands, are entirely contrary to the truth. We request the media not to lend credence to such reports. We further urge the media not to become complicit in attempts to malign the VCK.”

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    “In the 17th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections that have concluded successfully, candidates from various parties have contested and emerged victorious. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the party that will form the government in Tamil Nadu,” he posted on X.

  7. 02:16 PM, 09 May 2026

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    “For now, we believe in Vijay; he has assured to stand against communal forces; the mandate of the Tamil Nadu people must be followed,” PTI quoted Baby.

  8. 02:16 PM, 09 May 2026

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    “The decision taken by our leader is the party’s stand. The people have been given the right opportunity for a share in governance and authority,” ANI quoted Vanniarasu.

    “We do not accept the Governor’s rule. We want the people’s rule to continue and be established. The Governor’s actions are against the Constitution,” he said.,


  9. 02:16 PM, 09 May 2026

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    Thirumavalavan would make a formal announcement at 4 pm. Later in the day, KK Pavalan, VCK spokesman, said Thirumavalavan was authorised by the party's top brass on Friday evening to make such an announcement.