TVK chief Vijay arrived at Lok Bhavan in Chennai on May 7, 2026, to meet Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar [1].
The meeting comes as the state determines the leadership of the Tamil Nadu government following recent elections. Because Vijay's party emerged as the single largest entity, the proceedings at Lok Bhavan will determine if he can successfully form a stable administration.
Vijay, also known as Joseph Vijay, visited the Governor after staking a claim to form the government [2]. His party, the Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), won 108 seats out of the 234 available in the Tamil Nadu Assembly [3]. This plurality positions the TVK as the primary contender for power, though it falls short of an absolute majority on its own.
To strengthen his position, Vijay has claimed support from the Congress party [3]. The Congress party won five seats in the assembly [3]. This alliance is intended to provide the necessary numbers to secure a majority, and stabilize the government formation process.
Reports regarding the final outcome of these negotiations vary. Some sources said that Vijay arrived at Lok Bhavan a day after staking his claim [2]. However, other reports said it is unlikely that Vijay will take the oath as the new Chief Minister [3].
The meeting with Governor Arlekar is the formal step required to verify the support of other legislators. The Governor holds the constitutional authority to invite the leader of the largest party or a coalition to form the government based on the evidence of support provided.
“TVK won 108 seats out of 234 in the Tamil Nadu Assembly.”
The transition of power in Tamil Nadu hinges on whether the TVK can translate its plurality into a functional majority. By securing support from the Congress party, Vijay is attempting to bridge the gap between being the largest party and possessing a governing mandate. The Governor's decision will depend on the verified strength of this coalition against any competing claims from other political blocs.
