TVK’s Vijay stakes claim to form Tamil Nadu govt, seeks time to prove majority
TVK’s strong debut reshapes Tamil Nadu politics as Vijay moves to form government and begins talks for support to cross the majority mark.
TVK’s strong debut reshapes Tamil Nadu politics as Vijay moves to form government and begins talks for support to cross the majority mark.
TVK’s debut reshapes Tamil Nadu politics, but numbers fall short. With smaller parties holding the key, Vijay must secure support quickly to stake claim to power.
In a letter to CEC Gyanesh Kumar, VIjay said that thousands of voters are stranded at bus terminals in Chennai, and similarly in other metro cities across Tamil Nadu, with no buses or alternative public transport available to reach their designated polling booths.
Polling begins across Tamil Nadu and West Bengal with multi-phase voting schedule, over 1,400 candidates in fray, and counting set for May 4 amid tight security arrangements.
TVK leader Vijay’s planned multi-stop campaign in Cuddalore was withdrawn after safety concerns, even as his statewide outreach continues to draw crowds and political attention.
Leema Rose’s affidavit reveals massive family assets, including business wealth, gold holdings and property, placing her ahead of all candidates in Tamil Nadu’s high-stakes Assembly elections.
Vijay’s dual-seat contest, welfare promises and sharp criticism of DMK signal a high-stakes entry that could reshape Tamil Nadu’s traditional two-front electoral battle.
Vijay has raised concerns over security arrangements during his campaign, urging the Centre to ensure strict adherence to protection protocols and prevent any risks during public engagements.
Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha MP and chief Sena spokesperson said here on Thursday that saying ‘Jai Shri Ram’ and ‘Namo Namo’ is enough to ensure that cooking gas cylinders reach households.
Though the AIADMK had re-entered the NDA in April last, seat sharing has not been finalised even with the BJP while other allies are still awaiting their turn.
