VCK Extends Support To TVK, Path Clears For Government Formation In Tamil Nadu

With VCK’s backing, the TVK-led alliance now has the support of 118 MLAs in the Assembly.

Sources indicated that the swearing-in ceremony could take place by Monday.

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• VCK and IUML offer unconditional support to TVK.
• TVK alliance now commands 118 seats, crossing majority.
• Support ensures political stability, avoids President's Rule.

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) on Saturday extended unconditional support to Vijay’s Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), significantly strengthening the party’s position to form the next government in Tamil Nadu.

The VCK formally submitted its letter of support to the Governor, while IUML also backed the TVK under the leadership of party president C. Joseph Vijay.

Tamil Nadu | VCK extends unconditional support to TVK to form a government in the state.

With this, TVK now has the support of Congress, CPI, CPI(M) and VCK, taking its tally to 119, crossing the majority mark of 118. pic.twitter.com/iWK69ncqHq

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TVK Alliance Touches 118 MLAs

With VCK’s backing, the TVK-led alliance now has the support of 118 MLAs in the Assembly.

Both the VCK and IUML have two MLAs-elect each. The parties had contested the election as part of the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance.

Sources indicated that the swearing-in ceremony could take place by Monday.

Similar Letters Sent To Governor

In identically worded letters addressed to the Governor, VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan and IUML national president K.M. Kader Mohideen said their respective parties were extending unconditional support to TVK to facilitate government formation.

The development comes after days of intense political negotiations and uncertainty following the Tamil Nadu Assembly election results.

‘Won’t Affect Relationship With DMK’: Thirumavalavan

Explaining the party’s stand, Thirumavalavan said the decision was aimed at ensuring political stability in the state.

“We have extended our support to ensure that the VCK does not become an obstacle to Mr. Vijay’s TVK, which has secured 108 seats, forming the government, and to prevent the imposition of President’s Rule in Tamil Nadu,” he said.

He further added, “Our alliance within the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance will continue. As a political party, we have taken this decision by exercising our independent right. This will not affect our relationship with the DMK.”