Tamil Nadu government formation: VCK, IUML extend unconditional support to Vijay’s TVK
Thol. Thirumavalavan, president of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), and K.M. Kader Mohideen, national president of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), extended unconditional support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form the government in Tamil Nadu. The letters were sent to the Governor and expressed support for TVK leader C. Joseph Vijay's leadership. With this support, the TVK now has 120 MLAs-elect, exceeding the majority mark needed to form a government.
21 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay appointed seven members from the Scheduled Caste community to his Cabinet, marking a historic increase in SC representation.
25 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
Opposition leaders criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay for his handling of a recent surge in crimes, demanding explanations for his actions and questioning his pre-election promises.
28 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
Tamil Nadu's Higher Education Minister defended his statement that the new government would not follow previous policies regarding university governance, emphasizing the state's commitment to protecting citizens' rights.
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