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Road clear for Vijay to be Tamil Nadu CM as VCK extends support to TVK
The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) extended unconditional support to TVK, with its two MLAs pledging backing to C Joseph Vijay’s bid to form the Tamil Nadu government. Letters to Governor Rajendra Arlekar formalized the support, signaling a potential final hurdle cleared for Vijay’s alliance.
Why It Matters
The move could enable TVK to form a stable government in Tamil Nadu, potentially reshaping state politics by aligning with Vijay’s bid.
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VCK extends unconditional support to TVK; two MLAs pledge support for Vijay’s bid
May 9, 2026
The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) extended unconditional support to TVK, with letters to Governor Rajendra Arlekar from VCK president Thol Thirumavalavan and legislature party leader Vanni Arasu confirming support from the party’s two MLAs for C Joseph Vijay’s bid to form the Tamil Nadu government. The letters stated unconditional support and urged the Governor to take on record their support, with Thirumavalavan directing the action.