Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar held meetings with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay and AMMK leader T T V Dhinakaran on May 8, 2026, as political discussions intensify over the formation of a new government in the state. The meetings come amid reports that Vijay's TVK is staking a claim to form the government, with the governor seeking to verify support from various parties.
Governor Meets TVK Chief
Governor Arlekar met TVK chief Vijay and other party representatives to discuss the invitation to form the government. According to sources, the meeting focused on the numbers required to prove a majority in the assembly. Vijay, a popular actor-turned-politician, has been actively courting allies and independents to bolster his party's position.
AMMK Leader's Meeting
Later, the governor also met AMMK chief T T V Dhinakaran. The meeting is seen as part of the constitutional process to ascertain the support base of different political groupings. AMMK, led by Dhinakaran, holds a few seats in the assembly and could play a crucial role in government formation.
Support from AMMK MLA
In a related development, TVK released a video showing AMMK MLA Kamaraj expressing his support for the party. The video, shared on social media, shows Kamaraj voluntarily writing a letter of support for TVK. The party's social media handle posted: "These are the video visuals of AMMK MLA Kamaraj voluntarily and happily writing a letter expressing his support for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. He had stated that he was extending support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam…"
The move indicates that TVK is consolidating support from various quarters, including legislators from other parties. Kamaraj's support could be a significant boost for TVK as it seeks to cross the majority mark.
Political Context
Tamil Nadu has been witnessing intense political maneuvering since the recent assembly elections resulted in a hung house. No single party secured a clear majority, leading to negotiations among various alliances. Vijay's TVK, which emerged as a strong contender, is now in talks with multiple parties to form a coalition government.
The governor's meetings are part of the standard procedure to invite the party or coalition that can demonstrate a majority. The coming days are likely to see further discussions and possible realignments as the state awaits a new government.
