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AIADMK factions huddle as rebels refuse HQ entry demanding justice after cross voting

AIADMK factions huddle as rebels refuse HQ entry demanding justice after cross voting

AIADMK factions met Thursday after cross-voting during the TVK government’s floor test. Edappadi K Palaniswami’s group met with a rival camp led by C Ve Shanmugam and S P Velumani, while party headquarters remained heavily guarded. Shanmugam says the faction won’t enter HQ until justice is delivered, as rebels weigh legal options and push for a general council meeting.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
AIADMK split erupts as rebel bloc backs Vijay government in trust vote

AIADMK split erupts as rebel bloc backs Vijay government in trust vote

An AIADMK split played out dramatically in the Assembly during a trust vote. Party chief Edappadi K Palaniswami opposed the Vijay government, but a rebel group led by SP Velumani backed it. The defection of a majority of AIADMK MLAs helped the government secure the trust vote, underscoring deep internal rifts.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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AIADMK reshuffle ousts SP Velumani and C Ve Shanmugam as Palaniswami rewires district leadership

AIADMK reshuffle ousts SP Velumani and C Ve Shanmugam as Palaniswami rewires district leadership

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami has announced a major post-election administrative reshuffle, removing prominent party leaders SP Velumani and C Ve Shanmugam from their party posts. The update includes new appointments for District Committee Secretaries as the party reorganizes its hierarchy and leadership structure ahead of the next political phase.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
EPS slams AIADMK defectors over TVK deal accusations and party rule defiance ahead of major floor test

EPS slams AIADMK defectors over TVK deal accusations and party rule defiance ahead of major floor test

AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami launched a sharp attack on party MLAs who supported TVK during a floor test, accusing them of violating party directives. He alleged the ruling side promised ministerial positions in exchange for support, drawing comparisons between AIADMK and TVK and fueling speculation about internal divisions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
TVK led by Joseph Vijay passes floor test with 121-seat majority in Tamil Nadu

TVK led by Joseph Vijay passes floor test with 121-seat majority in Tamil Nadu

Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has won a crucial floor test in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, securing a 121-seat majority. The party’s success follows a strong showing in recent elections and backing from allies. The development also intensifies political chatter around a possible split within the AIADMK, adding uncertainty to the state’s next phase of power dynamics.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
EPS vs Velumani explodes in Tamil Nadu Assembly over support for Vijay’s TVK government

EPS vs Velumani explodes in Tamil Nadu Assembly over support for Vijay’s TVK government

A bitter AIADMK split spilled into the Tamil Nadu Assembly as EPS and SP Velumani clashed over whether the party should support Vijay’s TVK government. EPS claimed only he had authority to decide AIADMK’s stand on the trust vote, while Velumani insisted backing Vijay was necessary for political stability, accusing a faction of lawmakers of pushing the opposite line.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026

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Vijay’s Tamil Nadu majority test begins as TVK and AIADMK unity faces a confidence vote

Vijay’s Tamil Nadu majority test begins as TVK and AIADMK unity faces a confidence vote

Tamil Nadu CM and TVK chief C Joseph Vijay is set to face a floor test today in the State Legislative Assembly to prove his government’s majority. With TVK and AIADMK MLAs arriving at the Secretariat ahead of the vote, the outcome will test the strength of the ruling camp’s alliance and expose cracks, if any, in unity.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
Vijay led TVK government braces for Tamil Nadu floor test today to prove majority and stability

Vijay led TVK government braces for Tamil Nadu floor test today to prove majority and stability

Chennai is set for a high-stakes floor test in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Wednesday. The C Joseph Vijay led TVK government must prove it has the required majority to secure its mandate. TVK says it has backing from allies and a faction of AIADMK MLAs, with the result expected to decide whether the new administration holds steady.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
AIADMK rebels back Vijay ahead of Tamil Nadu floor test amid party split

AIADMK rebels back Vijay ahead of Tamil Nadu floor test amid party split

Ahead of Tamil Nadu’s floor test, a faction of AIADMK has decided to ally with Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s TVK. The move follows poor showings in recent elections and deepening internal dissent, with critics alleging AIADMK leaders have been working toward ties with the DMK. The split could reshape the political math for the government’s challenge.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
AIADMK erupts after TVK surge as MLAs back Vijay and leadership turns guns on rebels

AIADMK erupts after TVK surge as MLAs back Vijay and leadership turns guns on rebels

Tamil Nadu politics is roiled after Vijay’s TVK surge exposed fresh fractures within the AIADMK. Reports point to AIADMK MLAs distancing themselves in the Assembly and openly backing Vijay’s government, while party leadership launches sharp attacks on rebel figures. The shift suggests a fast-moving realignment that could reshape the state’s power equation in the weeks ahead.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026

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Vijay Meets AIADMK Rebels Ahead of Floor Test Turning the Numbers Game to 150

Vijay Meets AIADMK Rebels Ahead of Floor Test Turning the Numbers Game to 150

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.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026
Thirumavalavan alleges DMK and AIADMK offered him CM role to block Vijay TVK

Thirumavalavan alleges DMK and AIADMK offered him CM role to block Vijay TVK

VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan has claimed that both DMK and AIADMK approached him with an offer for the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s post. He says the move was linked to forming an alliance meant to keep C Joseph Vijay’s TVK out of power. Thirumavalavan adds that VCK considered the proposal internally and rejected it amid heightened political activity before the TVK government’s floor test.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Shanmugam denies AIADMK split claim and reveals Palaniswami DMK CM proposal

Shanmugam denies AIADMK split claim and reveals Palaniswami DMK CM proposal

AIADMK MLA C V Shanmugam stoked fresh speculation by claiming party general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami proposed becoming chief minister with DMK support. Shanmugam said the plan was rejected by a majority of legislators and insisted his faction has no intention of splitting the AIADMK, urging instead for a new alliance as political clouds gather in Tamil Nadu.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026
AIADMK Split Moves Behind TVK as Shanmugam Camp Backs Chief Minister Vijay

AIADMK Split Moves Behind TVK as Shanmugam Camp Backs Chief Minister Vijay

AIADMK’s Shanmugam-led camp announced support for Chief Minister Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), marking a notable break within the party after a bitter split. The move comes as analysts watch how TVK’s rise could reshape post-election alliances in a fragmented Tamil Nadu political landscape, potentially strengthening Vijay’s position.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 12 May 2026

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AIADMK faction backs Joseph Vijay TVK government as Palaniswami faces DMK alliance claims

AIADMK faction backs Joseph Vijay TVK government as Palaniswami faces DMK alliance claims

A breakaway AIADMK faction has announced its support for the TVK government led by Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay. Senior MLAs S P Velumani and C Ve Shanmugam plan to submit a letter to Vijay, accusing party general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami of seeking to form a government with DMK backing—an aim they say they oppose.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
AIADMK splits at oath as rival factions submit separate letters claiming leadership

AIADMK splits at oath as rival factions submit separate letters claiming leadership

AIADMK leaders turned up in separate groups for the assembly oath, underscoring a deepening internal rift. Two factions submitted competing letters to the pro-tem speaker, each asserting leadership—one backing Edappadi Palaniswami and the other supporting K. A. Velumani. With tensions rising and a rebel faction seeking alignment with the TVK government, the party’s next direction is uncertain.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
AIADMK rift spills in Tamil Nadu Assembly as Shanmugam skips first oath and MLAs split

AIADMK rift spills in Tamil Nadu Assembly as Shanmugam skips first oath and MLAs split

Fresh cracks are emerging in the AIADMK as senior leader C Ve Shanmugam reportedly skipped the initial oath-taking session for newly elected MLAs in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on May 11, 2026. Though he was present inside the Assembly complex, party MLAs reportedly sat in separate groups, intensifying speculation of a deeper internal rift.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 11 May 2026
AIADMK MLAs take oath in two groups as party division sparks emotional Jayalalithaa moment

AIADMK MLAs take oath in two groups as party division sparks emotional Jayalalithaa moment

Newly elected AIADMK MLAs took their oath for the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly in two separate groups, signaling an internal split after the party’s disappointing election showing. The day also turned emotional for one member who broke down after seeing a portrait of former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa, underscoring the party’s lingering emotional and political fault lines.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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AIADMK fractures after election loss as MLAs question whether to back TVK and demand EPS exit

AIADMK fractures after election loss as MLAs question whether to back TVK and demand EPS exit

After a major election defeat, the AIADMK is locked in an internal power struggle. MLAs are split over whether the party should support the ruling TVK, while some leaders and supporters appear openly unhappy with party chief Edappadi K Palaniswami. Reports of senior figures skipping meetings underline the fractures, raising doubts about the party’s next move.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
AIADMK Faces Split After Vijay Becomes Tamil Nadu CM With 36 MLAs Ready To Back TVK

AIADMK Faces Split After Vijay Becomes Tamil Nadu CM With 36 MLAs Ready To Back TVK

Tamil Nadu politics is already roiling less than a day after Vijay took oath as Chief Minister. Republic sources say 36 of AIADMK’s 47 MLAs are poised to extend support to the TVK government, sparking fears of an internal revolt. As Edappadi K Palaniswami’s leadership comes under pressure, SP Velumani is reportedly emerging as the frontrunner to take over, potentially reshaping the party and the state’s alliances.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 11 May 2026
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