The way has been cleared for the Vijay led government to assume power in Tamil Nadu. On Saturday, VCK decided to support TVK. Vijay already had the support of 116 MLAs; Meanwhile, the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has also pledged support to TVK. As a result, the total number has now reached 120.
An important meeting of VCK was held on Saturday evening, in which a decision was to be taken on supporting TVK. During the meeting, a consensus was reached on supporting Vijay. As a result, Vijay is now set to become the next Chief Minister of the state. VCK has extended unconditional support to TVK.
The election results declared on May 4 shocked everyone in Tamil Nadu. TVK emerged as the largest party in the state, leaving behind both DMK and AIADMK. However, it could only reach 108 seats, 10 seats short of an absolute majority. Later, TVK got the support of five Congress MLAs, while two MLAs each from CPI and CPI(M) also extended their support. This brought the total number to 116. Now, with the support of VCK, this figure has increased further. TVK expressed its gratitude to all parties for their support; Furthermore, party leader Arjun said that Vijay is now ready to form the government.
AIADMK chief’s statement intensifies political debate
Meanwhile, some time ago, AIADMK chief Edappadi K. A social media post by Palaniswami had increased political speculation. In his post, he congratulated the party as it is ready to form the government. As a result, speculation about support for TVK has intensified. Palaniswami said in his post: “Candidates from various political parties participated and won the recently concluded 17th Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. I extend my hearty congratulations to the party that is set to form the government in Tamil Nadu.”