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DMK VCK back Vijay as Governor questions numbers and stability

Politics
Published on 7 May 2026
DMK VCK back Vijay as Governor questions numbers and stability

Governor pressed Vijay on majorities and survival of government

With Tamil Nadu’s government formation still stuck, DMK, VCK and others have rallied behind actor-politician Vijay’s bid to lead. Reports say Governor Vishwanath Rajendra Arlekar grilled Vijay in a second meeting in two days, probing how he would cross the majority and whether a stable government is feasible, leaving the process uncertain.

  • DMK and VCK offered rare public support to Vijay
  • Governor Arlekar held a tough second meeting with Vijay
  • Questions centered on majority math and government stability
  • Stalemate over Tamil Nadu formation continues
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