Political uncertainty continues in Tamil Nadu over government formation after the recent Assembly election results, with discussions intensifying around whether Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay can secure the required majority to stake claim to power. Amid these developments, Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin has reportedly given his alliance partners a free hand to decide their position on supporting TVK’s outreach.

According to political sources, leaders of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Left parties met Stalin on Thursday to discuss TVK’s request for post-poll support. The TVK, which emerged as the single largest party with 108 seats in the 234-member Assembly, has been reaching out to potential allies after falling short of the 118-seat majority mark. Sources indicated that Stalin told alliance partners they were free to take decisions based on their political assessment and interests.

The TVK, launched just two years ago, has emerged as a major political force, but its inability to cross the majority threshold has led to intense negotiations with smaller parties. Congress has already extended support, adding five MLAs to TVK’s tally, taking it closer but still short of the majority required to form the government. Party leaders are continuing efforts to secure additional backing from other political groups.

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Meanwhile, TVK leader Vijay met the Governor on Wednesday evening to stake claim to form the government. However, according to sources, the Governor raised questions regarding the party’s ability to demonstrate a clear majority and asked for clarity on supporting parties. Vijay reportedly stated his readiness to face a floor test in the Assembly, but was told that he must establish majority support before being invited to take oath as Chief Minister.

In a follow-up meeting on Thursday, the Governor is said to have further questioned the feasibility of forming a government without a confirmed majority and sought details on potential alliances. The development has added to political tension in the state, with TVK attempting to consolidate support while facing institutional scrutiny over its claim to power.

Reacting to the Governor’s stance, VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan termed the demand for prior proof of majority as “unacceptable,” arguing that the appropriate forum to test numbers is the Assembly floor. He maintained that Vijay should be allowed to take oath and prove his strength through a formal confidence vote once the government is formed.

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