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TVK has just days to form government in Tamil Nadu hung assembly or face fresh uncertainty

Politics
Published on 5 May 2026
TVK has just days to form government in Tamil Nadu hung assembly or face fresh uncertainty

Single largest party TVK still lacks the majority

TVK has emerged as the single largest party in Tamil Nadu’s hung Assembly with 108 seats, but it needs 118 for a majority. The current term ends May 10, 2026, leaving a tight window for post-poll negotiations. TVK is now seeking alliances with smaller parties to secure numbers and stake its claim to form the government before time runs out.

  • TVK won 108 seats, short of the 118 majority mark
  • Tamil Nadu Assembly term ends May 10, 2026
  • TVK must clinch allies quickly to form the government
  • Coalition talks are central to who gets power next
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