TTV Dhinakaran, the general secretary of AMMK, accused Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) of forging a support letter on Saturday.
The dispute occurs during a critical period of government formation in Tamil Nadu, where shifting alliances determine who can reach the majority threshold to lead the state.
Dhinakaran said that TVK circulated a forged document claiming the party had the backing of AMMK MLA Kamaraj [1]. He rejected these claims and filed a complaint against the TVK leadership regarding the document [2].
Following the allegation, Dhinakaran reaffirmed his support for Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) to serve as the chief minister [1]. This move distances AMMK from Vijay's party and aligns them with EPS as the state navigates the aftermath of the elections.
The political tension centers on the numbers required to govern. The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly consists of 234 total seats [3]. To form a government, a party or coalition must secure a majority of 118 seats [3].
Dhinakaran met with the Governor in Chennai to clarify his party's position and denounce the alleged forgery [1]. He said the use of fabricated documents is an unacceptable practice in the state's political landscape [2].
The conflict highlights the volatility of coalition building in the region. While TVK sought to project a broader base of support, the public rejection by Dhinakaran undermines those claims and strengthens the position of EPS in the race for the chief minister's office [1].
“TTV Dhinakaran accused Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) of forging a support letter”
The accusation of forgery by TTV Dhinakaran disrupts TVK's attempts to build a coalition and reinforces the influence of Edappadi K. Palaniswami. Because the majority threshold is 118 seats, every single MLA's support is vital; the public fallout between AMMK and TVK suggests a fragmented opposition and a precarious path for any party attempting to form a government without a clear, verified mandate.
