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Prakash Raj calls TN governor's behaviour 'unacceptable'; advocates for Vijay and TVK's rights amid hung assembly
Vijay and TVK are described as having swept votes in Tamil Nadu, raising expectations of government formation. The Tamil Nadu governor reportedly asked Vijay to show majority numbers before forming a government, and a video of Vijay heading to the governor's residence for a meeting circulated. Prakash Raj reposted the video on X, condemning the governor's behaviour and urging respect for the people's mandate.
Why It Matters
The incident underscores tensions between the elected mandate and the governor's role in government formation, with public figures calling for adherence to the people's mandate in a hung assembly.
Timeline
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Prakash Raj reposts video and slams the governor’s behaviour
May 7, 2026
Prakash Raj reposted the video on X and criticized the governor, calling the behaviour disgusting, unacceptable, and unconstitutional. He argued Vijay has a mandate and should be allowed to form the government, urging respect for the people's mandate.
Video shows Vijay heading to the governor’s home for a meeting
May 7, 2026
An X user posted a video showing the actor-politician heading to the governor’s residence for a meeting on Thursday, with commentary suggesting the governor's role should be abolished.
TN governor asks Vijay to show majority numbers before forming government
May 7, 2026
Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar reportedly told Vijay he must demonstrate majority numbers before a government can be formed, a move that came before any celebration of victory.
Vijay and TVK sweep votes in Tamil Nadu
May 2026
The article notes that Vijay and his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) swept votes in Tamil Nadu, described as historically significant in a state usually dominated by Dravidian parties.