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MK Stalin Resigns as Tamil Nadu CM After DMK's Election Defeat

MK Stalin resigned as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after the DMK's defeat in the Assembly elections. The TVK, led by Vijay, emerged as the single largest party with 107 seats. Stalin was defeated in his Kolathur stronghold by TVK candidate VS Babu. Despite the loss, Stalin expressed gratitude to voters, noting the DMK alliance's close vote share margin.

Key Points: MK Stalin Resigns as Tamil Nadu CM After DMK Loss

  • MK Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu CM after DMK's defeat
  • TVK emerges as single largest party with 107 seats
  • Stalin defeated in his Kolathur stronghold by VS Babu
  • DMK alliance secures over 1.54 crore votes with 24.19% share
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MK Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister after DMK's defeat

MK Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu CM after DMK's defeat in Assembly polls. TVK wins 107 seats, emerging as single largest party.

"I express my heartfelt and sincere gratitude to all the people of Tamil Nadu who voted for the candidates of the secular progressive alliance led by the DMK - MK Stalin"

Chennai, May 5

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief MK Stalin on Tuesday resigned as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, submitting his resignation to Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar following his party's defeat in the recently concluded Assembly elections.

According to Lok Bhavan officials, the resignation letter has been formally sent to the Governor's office. An official confirmation is expected once the Governor acknowledges and accepts the resignation.

The development comes amid a major political shift in Tamil Nadu, where Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerged as the single largest party, winning 107 seats in the 234-member Assembly, just 11 short of the majority mark. The DMK secured 59 seats, marking a significant setback for the ruling party.

Meanwhile, key alliance leaders, including Thol Thirumavalavan, CPI(M) State Secretary Shanmugam, and CPI State Secretary Veerapandian, are scheduled to meet Stalin at the DMK headquarters on Wednesday to discuss the way forward following the electoral outcome.

The election also delivered a major upset in Kolathur, Stalin's stronghold, where he was defeated by TVK candidate VS Babu by a margin of 8,795 votes. TVK led the vote share with over 32 per cent, while the DMK secured 24.19 per cent and AIADMK 21.22 per cent, reflecting a decline for both Dravidian majors.

Despite the defeat, Stalin expressed gratitude to voters, highlighting the close margin in vote share. "I express my heartfelt and sincere gratitude to all the people of Tamil Nadu who voted for the candidates of the secular progressive alliance led by the DMK... I consider each and every vote as an invaluable token of trust," he said in a post on X.

He noted that the DMK alliance secured over 1.54 crore votes, with a narrow difference of 3.52 per cent compared to the winning party. "As far as I am concerned, I consider the trust that the people of Tamil Nadu have placed in us to be strong," he added.

The results signal a significant political transition in the state, with TVK expected to explore alliances to form the next government.

- ANI

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Priya S
Democracy at work. Stalin ji accepted defeat gracefully—that's a sign of a true leader. But losing his own seat in Kolathur? Unheard of! The voters have spoken loud and clear. TVK now has a tough task—forming a stable government. Hope they focus on development and not just rhetoric. 🙏
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Vikram M
Interesting times. DMK's 24% vote share vs TVK's 32% shows it wasn't a landslide but a clear mandate for change. The Dravidian giants need to introspect why they lost ground. AIADMK also declined. Maybe it's time for fresh faces and ideas in TN politics. The youth want change, and they got it!
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Rohit P
One thing I respect about Stalin—he didn't cling to power. Resigning immediately shows accountability. But DMK's defeat in his own constituency is a humbling moment. TVK has a golden opportunity now. Will they form a coalition with smaller parties? Or go it alone with outside support? The next few days will be crucial.
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Kavya N
Honestly, I'm relieved to see a peaceful transition of power. No violence, no drama. That's the beauty of Indian democracy. But I hope TVK doesn't become just another dynastic party. Vijay needs to surround himself with capable administrators, not just filmi advisors. The people have given a chance—don't waste it! ✨
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Siddharth J
A respectful criticism: DMK became too comfortable after 2021. Corruption allegations, infighting, and a disconnect with ground-level workers cost them. Stalin's 3.5% vote gap is misleading—the margin in seats was huge

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