Vijay Claims Government Formation in Tamil Nadu After Party's Electoral Success

Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vetrik Kazhagam (TVK), has met with the Tamil Nadu Governor to claim the formation of a new government following his party's electoral success. Despite not achieving an outright majority, TVK emerged as the largest party in the assembly elections. With Congress pledging support, Vijay is set to be sworn in as Chief Minister on May 7. The ceremony will take place at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, with extensive security measures in place. This political shift marks a significant change in Tamil Nadu's political landscape.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 6, 2026, 16:36 IST

Vijay Meets Governor to Form Government

On Wednesday, Vijay, the leader of the Tamilaga Vetrik Kazhagam (TVK), met with Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar at the Lok Bhavan to assert his party's claim to form the government. This announcement came just two days after TVK emerged as the largest party in the state, despite not achieving an outright majority.

Vijay secured victories in both the Tiruchirappalli East and Perambur constituencies, demonstrating that his appeal extends beyond the film industry.

TVK's Position in the Assembly

With 108 seats won in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, TVK has positioned itself as the largest party, falling short of the majority mark of 118. The Congress party has publicly declared its support for TVK, although it remains unclear which other parties are backing Vijay's faction. Historically allied with the DMK, Congress announced its support for Vijay's party on Wednesday, severing ties with the Dravidian party. However, Congress has stipulated that TVK must ensure that communal forces that do not uphold the Constitution of India are excluded from the coalition.

Inauguration Ceremony Details

Vijay is set to take the oath as Tamil Nadu's new Chief Minister on Thursday morning, May 7. The ceremony is scheduled to take place between 10:00 AM and 11:15 AM, according to auspicious timings. It will be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, which has a seating capacity of approximately 5,000. Preparations are in full swing, with stadium officials instructed to finalize all arrangements by 6:00 AM on the day of the event.

Security Measures in Place

Comprehensive security arrangements have been established, with police overseeing preparations for this significant event. Vijay is expected to arrive at the stadium before 10:00 AM to take the oath within the designated timeframe. Under Vijay's leadership, TVK achieved an impressive 108 seats in its first electoral contest, defeating the ruling DMK, which managed to secure only 59 seats.