Actor Vijay and his party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), are negotiating with the Indian National Congress to form a secular government in Tamil Nadu.
The move marks a pivotal shift in the state's political landscape, as a newcomer to the electoral arena attempts to secure the chief minister's office through a strategic coalition.
TVK won 108 seats in the 2026 assembly election [1]. Despite the strong showing, the party remains 10 seats short of the 119-seat majority required to govern [2]. To bridge this gap, Vijay is seeking support from the Congress, the Left, and other regional allies [2].
Reports indicate that Congress leaders are expected to meet Vijay at Panaiyur to discuss the terms of the alliance [3]. Sources said that the Congress is open to backing TVK but is seeking a power-sharing agreement in return [3]. Meanwhile, TVK has moved its elected members to a resort in Mamallapuram to ensure stability during these critical negotiations [1].
Vijay himself won two constituencies in the election [4]. The party is now moving quickly to formalize the government. A meeting with the Tamil Nadu governor is sought for May 6, 2026 [5].
If the coalition is finalized, a swearing-in ceremony is planned for May 7, 2026 [4]. This timeline suggests an urgent push to stabilize the administration before opposing factions can organize alternative coalitions.
“TVK won 108 seats in the 2026 assembly election”
The emergence of TVK as a dominant force disrupts the traditional two-pole rivalry in Tamil Nadu politics. By relying on the Indian National Congress to reach the 119-seat threshold, Vijay is transitioning from a populist outsider to a coalition leader, a move that will test his ability to balance party autonomy with the demands of established national partners.
