The Tamil Nadu assembly election results have triggered a high-stakes game of alliances, with VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan making it clear on Tuesday that his party remains undecided on supporting Vijay’s TVK. The April 23 single-phase polls delivered a hung assembly, propelling TVK to 108 seats – enough to top the charts but not to govern alone in the 234-seat legislature.
From silver screen idol to political heavyweight, Vijay’s TVK eclipsed DMK and AIADMK, but the shortfall from majority has turned the spotlight on bargaining. The party formally approached Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, claiming primacy and requesting a fortnight to demonstrate floor strength.
Needing just 12 seats, TVK’s overtures could target Congress, DMK-left fronts, AIADMK coalitions, or PMK splinters. No outreach has occurred formally, though. Other parties signal restraint, prioritizing inner-party consensus.
CPI-M and CPI vow joint discussions before committing, as Congress scrutinizes the deadlock. Thirumavalavan, speaking to reporters, reiterated: ‘No call on TVK support yet. Discussions with communists and allies will guide us – let’s wait and watch.’
Pointing to unified resistance against AIADMK-BJP’s alleged communal agenda, he underscored the need for thoughtful alliances. This fluid scenario keeps Tamil Nadu’s government formation in suspense, with every move watched closely by voters and rivals alike.
