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Vijay Meets AIADMK Rebels Ahead of Floor Test Turning the Numbers Game to 150
Politics
Published on 12 May 2026
The CM courted two key rebels in private
In Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister Vijay is set for a crucial floor test just days after taking oath, as he moves to lock in political backing. He met AIADMK leader C. Ve. Shanmugam, along with rebel AIADMK faces SP Velumani and Shanmugam, as sources claim TVK has 30 MLAs supporting it. With backing reaching 150, the balance may hinge on this outreach.
- CM Vijay met AIADMK rebel leaders ahead of the floor test
- The outreach reportedly targets consolidation of support for TVK
- TVK backing is claimed to reach 150 MLAs
- The floor test is seen as the decisive political moment
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