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TVK leader C Joseph Vijay became Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister after forming a coalition government following a hung Assembly verdict. Congress secured two Cabinet berths, marking its return to Tamil Nadu’s government after over 55 years alongside support from Left parties and allies

Vijay’s Tamil Nadu government unveiled sweeping welfare and reform schemes, including electricity subsidies, women’s safety force, and anti-drug units, but faced criticism over eligibility limits and fiscal feasibility amid claims of high state debt and ambitious manifesto commitments

Vijay unveiled a nine-member Tamil Nadu Cabinet blending veteran politicians, young leaders, professionals and strategists. The line-up includes experienced figures like K. A. Sengottaiyan alongside first-time MLA S. Keerthana, signalling generational and political inclusivity

Vijay launched three major schemes after assuming office, including free electricity support, a women’s safety force called ‘Singa Pen’, and anti-narcotic task forces across Tamil Nadu. The measures were introduced as part of TVK’s key election promises

Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has appointed TVK chief C Joseph Vijay as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Vijay will take oath on Sunday at Nehru Stadium in Chennai

AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami congratulated winning candidates and parties after the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as uncertainty over government formation persisted. Vijay-led TVK continued efforts to secure majority support, while allegations of forged support letters and horse-trading intensified the political deadlock.

Speculation over President’s Rule in Tamil Nadu intensified as the deadlock over government formation continued amid allegations of horse-trading, forged support letters and missing MLAs. TVK remains short of the majority mark, while hectic political negotiations continue ahead of the government’s term ending.

Vijay met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar after securing Left party support to stake claim for government formation. With backing from Congress and Left allies, TVK’s tally has risen close to the majority mark

Third-gender candidates failed to secure victories in the recent Assembly elections, with only two contesting in Kerala and Tamil Nadu and both forfeiting deposits. However, voter participation among third-gender electors remained notable, especially in Puducherry and West Bengal, according to Election Commission of India data

T K S Elangovan said DMK will wait until May 10 deadline set by Governor for C. Joseph Vijay to form government in Tamil Nadu. He ruled out immediate decisions on alternative alliances, including support to AIADMK, amid ongoing political uncertainty

The CPI extended unconditional support to C. Joseph Vijay-led TVK for government formation in Tamil Nadu. With 108 seats, TVK fell short of majority after the April 23 polls and seeks backing from allies to reach 118

With TVK falling 10 seats short of a majority in Tamil Nadu, CPI, CPI(M), and VCK are deliberating support for Vijay’s party amid concerns over ideology, alliance dynamics, and BJP’s possible influence. Congress has backed TVK, while Governor’s delay in inviting Vijay sparked protests

AIADMK chief Edappadi K. Palaniswami reportedly expressed confidence about forming the next government in Tamil Nadu amid ongoing political uncertainty after the Assembly elections. AIADMK MLAs remain camped in Puducherry as speculation grows over possible realignments and government formation strategies.

Post-election uncertainty in Tamil Nadu has triggered alliance negotiations as Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam seeks support to form government, with divisions in DMK, AIADMK, and Congress over backing Vijay’s party amid fragmented results and shifting coalition dynamics

DMK president M K Stalin resigned as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after party’s defeat in Assembly polls with TVK emerging as the largest party His resignation was forwarded to Governor Rajendra Arlekar while DMK will function as main opposition party

Senior BRS leaders congratulated actor-turned-politician Vijay on his party TVK’s electoral victory in Tamil Nadu. They described the win as historic, reflecting people’s aspirations, and expressed confidence in his leadership for future development and inclusive growth.

Narendra Modi hailed BJP’s victory in West Bengal and NDA wins in Assam and Puducherry, calling it a triumph of governance. He congratulated UDF in Kerala and Vijay’s TVK for strong Tamil Nadu performance

Rahul Gandhi spoke with Mamata Banerjee, M K Stalin, and Vijay after election results, congratulating the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam for its strong debut performance across states

Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam drew comparisons with N. T. Rama Rao after early electoral success, joining rare film stars-turned-politicians like MGR, Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan, Kamal Haasan, and Vijayakanth in South Indian politics

TVK's poll manifesto highlights major welfare promises, including financial support for women,gold for marriage,subsidized education,farm loan waivers and job creation