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VCK becomes kingmaker in Tamil Nadu as AIADMK and DMK fight for TVK support
Politics
Published on 9 May 2026
TVK’s momentum may force both sides to bargain hard
Tamil Nadu politics has hit a stalemate, and the balance of power is shifting to VCK. With AIADMK and DMK struggling to secure a clear route to government against the rising Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), VCK led by Thol. Thirumavalavan is reportedly emerging as the key deciding factor, drawing intense bid-for-support manoeuvres.
- VCK is emerging as the deciding factor for government formation
- AIADMK and DMK face an unclear path to power against TVK’s rise
- Thol. Thirumavalavan’s VCK is at the center of support negotiations
- TVK’s growing influence is reshaping bargaining dynamics
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