BJP in Tamil Nadu accepts mandate refuses to join new government after winning one seat

A single seat and a vow to stay out—so what next

Tamil Nadu BJP has accepted the election outcome, with party chief Nainar Nagenthran saying the mandate belongs to the people. BJP says it will not attempt to form the next government and also won’t participate in voting during government formation. After securing just one seat, the party insists its focus remains on welfare and issues for Tamil Nadu’s residents.