Actor-turned-politician Vijay and his Tamil Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) government won a floor test in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly with 144 votes [1].
The victory ensures the stability of the new administration in Chennai, proving the government commands a majority despite opposition maneuvers. This outcome marks a significant transition of power in the state following the April 2026 elections.
To secure a majority in the 234-member assembly, a leader must reach a mark of 116 votes [1]. Vijay surpassed this requirement by a wide margin, receiving 144 votes in favor of his government [1, 2].
The TVK party won 108 seats during the 2026 assembly election [3]. To reach the final tally of 144, the government received support from other legislators, including 25 rebel members of the AIADMK [1].
The trust vote took place after the DMK abstained and walked out of the proceedings [1, 2]. This move by the opposition failed to prevent the TVK government from demonstrating its legislative strength.
Vijay, who transitioned from a successful acting career to lead the TVK, now holds the mandate to govern the state. The floor test serves as the formal confirmation of his authority to implement the party's platform in Tamil Nadu.
“Vijay and his Tamil Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) government won a floor test in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly with 144 votes.”
The result indicates that Vijay has successfully expanded his influence beyond his party's direct election wins by attracting defectors from established parties like the AIADMK. By securing 144 votes against a required 116, the TVK government has established a comfortable cushion that protects it from small-scale defections and ensures legislative stability for the immediate future.
