TVK-led government takes charge in Tamil Nadu after alliance avoids a political crisis

Small parties helped TVK cross the magic majority mark

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is set to lead the government in Tamil Nadu after securing support from several smaller parties. The combined strength of TVK and its allies pushed the coalition beyond the majority mark, helping avert what leaders described as a critical political crisis. Joseph Vijay’s TVK will now form the government and govern with its expanded backing.