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Congress Backs TVK for Secular Tamil Nadu Government

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram announced the party's unanimous decision to support a government headed by Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). He stated that the people of Tamil Nadu voted for a secular change and that Congress will help TVK achieve a stable majority. Congress state in-charge Girish Chodankar confirmed receiving a formal letter from TVK, which was discussed in Delhi. TVK, with 108 seats in the 234-member assembly, is seeking alliances with Congress and Left parties to form the government.

Key Points: Congress Supports TVK Government: Karti Chidambaram

  • Congress unanimously supports TVK government
  • TVK won 108 seats, needs allies for majority
  • Karti Chidambaram says people want secular change
  • TVK chief Vijay seeks meeting with Governor
  • Congress received formal letter from TVK
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"People want secular change": Karti Chidambaram on Congress support for TVK government

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram confirms party support for Vijay's TVK to form a secular government in Tamil Nadu after TVK's 108-seat win.

"The people of Tamil Nadu want a change, but they also want a change which is headed by the TVK, but is also a secular formation. - Karti Chidambaram"

Chennai, May 6

Congress MP Karti Chidambaram on Wednesday said that the Congress party will formally support a government headed by Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam following the party's 108-seat performance.

Asserting that the people of Tamil Nadu have voted for a "secular change," Chidambaram confirmed the decision was made unanimously across party forums to help the TVK bridge the gap to a majority and ensure a stable, secular administration.

Speaking to ANI, he said, "The Congress party has decided to support a government headed by the TVK..." He says, "TVK has got 108 seats. The people of Tamil Nadu want a formation to be headed by the TVK. It's now incumbent upon the TVK to put together a workable majority, and they have reached out to the Congress party formally. It has been discussed in all appropriate forums of the party, and unanimously, the Congress party has decided to support a government headed by the TVK because we believe that the people of Tamil Nadu want a change, but they also want a change which is headed by the TVK, but is also a secular formation. I think the people of Tamil Nadu are very clear that they want a secular formation. So we are only aiding and assisting the TVK to put together a secular and stable government in Tamil Nadu..."

Meanwhile, earlier in the day, amid ongoing speculation about a possible post-poll alliance between Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and Congress in Tamil Nadu, Congress state in-charge Girish Chodankar confirmed that the party has received a letter from TVK.

Speaking to reporters, Chodankar said the letter was discussed by party leaders in New Delhi and that a detailed update would be shared at a joint press conference. He added that the briefing would include the PCC President, CLP leaders, and newly elected MLAs.

"We have called a press conference jointly by our PCC President, CLP leaders, and newly elected MLAs. At that time, we will talk to you in detail and brief you on the details of how we are moving forward. Everything will be updated at 11 o'clock at the Satyamurthy Bhawan. The party called everyone today; they have given the letter to our Congress President, Mr. Khargeji. That letter was discussed yesterday in Delhi. Everything will be discussed when we go together at 11 o'clock," said Chodankar.

TVK, which stands at 108 in the 234-member Tamil Nadu assembly and is just 10 short of the 118 halfway majority mark, is more likely to ally with smaller parties like the Congress and the Left front.

TVK's Chief Vijay also sought time from Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to meet him as part of the process for government formation, TVK sources said.

- ANI

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Kavya N
As someone who voted for TVK, I'm cautiously optimistic. But Congress supporting a party with actor-turned-politician Vijay feels like a gamble. Let's see if they can really deliver on development and not just rhetoric. 🤞
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Michael C
Interesting move from Congress. After their poor performance in the north, they're trying to stay relevant in the south. But is TVK truly secular or just opportunistic? Time will tell. The people of TN deserve stability.
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Priya S
Let's be honest—this is Congress desperately clinging to power. They lost badly across India but now want to dictate terms in TN. TVK should form government with Left parties instead, who have cleaner track records in the state. Congress's secularism is just a label these days.
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Varun X
As a Tamilian living abroad, I'm thrilled to see a fresh face like Vijay in politics. The old guard (DMK, AIADMK) has had their turn. But Congress needs to prove they're not just using TVK to stay afloat. Hope this alliance brings real change. 🇮🇳
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Arun Y
Secular change? More like political survival. Congress couldn't even win in Tamil Nadu on its own and now they're hitching their wagon to a star. Let's not pretend this is about ideology—it's about power. The people want TVK, not Congress pulling strings from Delhi.

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