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Governor Arlekar says he cannot swear in TVK without numbers as Tamil Nadu crisis deepens
Politics
Published on 7 May 2026
He hints only a quantified majority can unlock a swearing in
In an exclusive interview, Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar said he will not invite TVK leader Vijay to form the government unless the party demonstrates it has the required majority support. Arlekar stressed he is keen to end confusion but insisted that any claimant must prove numbers, amid debate over a floor test and alleged horse-trading following TVK emerging as the largest party with 108 seats.
- Governor Rajendra Arlekar refuses to call TVK to form government without majority proof
- He emphasizes support must be demonstrated through numbers, not assertions
- TVK is largest party with 108 seats but below the 118-seat majority mark
- The remarks intensify focus on the next steps including a floor test
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