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Vijay Thalapathy Falls Short Again in Tamil Nadu Government Bid as IUML Quits Support
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Published on 8 May 2026
IUML withdrawal leaves Vijay still short of two MLAs
Actor turned politician Vijay Thalapathy has failed to prove majority in Tamil Nadu for the third consecutive time, according to sources. He reportedly missed the 118 MLA mark and remains short by two MLAs. IUML’s withdrawal of support has further deepened the stalemate, and the oath taking ceremony has been postponed again, prolonging the political thriller.
- Vijay Thalapathy fails to prove majority for the third time
- He reportedly remains short of the 118 MLA mark by two
- IUML withdrew support, intensifying the government formation delay
- Oath ceremony postponed again as talks continue
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