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Rangasamy resigns as Puducherry Chief Minister; NDA set for new term after winning Assembly polls
Chief Minister N. Rangasamy tendered his resignation to the Lieutenant Governor on May 7, 2026, as the NDA braces to form the next government after winning 18 of 30 seats in the Puducherry Assembly. Earlier, the Assembly was dissolved to pave the way for government formation. Rangasamy indicated he would soon stake a claim to form the next government.
Why It Matters
This marks a transitional moment in Puducherry politics, with the NDA positioned to form the next government following the election victory.
Timeline
3 Events
Rangasamy resigns as Puducherry Chief Minister
May 7, 2026
Chief Minister N. Rangasamy tendered his resignation to Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan at Puducherry Lok Niwas around noon. He told reporters that the letter staking claim to form the next government would be submitted to the Lt. Governor very soon.
Lt. Governor dissolves Puducherry Assembly
May 6, 2026
Lt. Governor K. Kailashnathan issued an order dissolving the 15th Legislative Assembly of Puducherry. The dissolution is stated to be 'on and from the 5th May 2026' as part of the process to form the next government.
NDA retains power in Puducherry after Assembly polls
May 3, 2026
In the 2026 Assembly elections, the National Democratic Alliance won 18 of the 30 seats. The breakdown: AINRC 12 seats, BJP 4 seats, AIADMK 1 seat, and LJK 1 seat. The article notes this as the NDA securing a second consecutive term in Puducherry.