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Vijay Set to Become Tamil Nadu CM as TVK Secures 108 Seats

TVK Fisheries Wing District Secretary Ganeshan expressed confidence that party leader Vijay will become Chief Minister after TVK won 108 seats. Security cover outside Vijay's residence was withdrawn by Tamil Nadu Police. Congress formally announced support to TVK, ending its alliance with DMK. TVK is 10 seats short of majority and Vijay is unlikely to take oath immediately.

Key Points: Vijay to Be Tamil Nadu CM: TVK Wins 108 Seats

  • TVK wins 108 seats in 234-member assembly
  • Ganeshan expresses confidence in Vijay becoming CM
  • Security withdrawn from Vijay's residence
  • Congress ends DMK alliance, supports TVK
  • TVK 10 seats short of majority
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"Vijay will surely become the CM of Tamil Nadu," says TVK leader Ganeshan

TVK's Ganeshan says Vijay will become Tamil Nadu CM after party wins 108 seats. Congress supports TVK, ending DMK alliance. Security withdrawn from Vijay's residence.

"The Vijay wave has swept across Tamil Nadu, from Chennai to Kanyakumari. - Ganeshan"

Chennai, May 7

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Fisheries Wing District Secretary Ganeshan on Thursday expressed confidence that the party would form the government in the state under the leadership of actor-turned-politician Vijay.

Speaking to ANI, Ganeshan said, "The Vijay wave has swept across Tamil Nadu, from Chennai to Kanyakumari. Political leaders across parties spoke about the rise of TVK but doubted its win. Today, the people have given their verdict by giving 108 seats to TVK."

"We are extremely confident that TVK will form the government. Our leader Vijay will surely become the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and he will be the CM forever," he added.

Earlier, the security cover deployed outside TVK president Vijay's residence in Chennai Nilankarai had been withdrawn by the Tamil Nadu Police.

Police personnel were seen removing checkpoint sector machines and barricades from outside the residence. The police presence outside the house was also reduced, and convoy vehicles stationed outside the residence were no longer seen.

TVK won 108 seats in the 234-member assembly and is ten short of the majority mark. With Vijay also to step down from one of the two seats he won in the assembly polls, the effective strength of TVK in the assembly will become 107.

The Congress party had earlier formally announced its full support to TVK and its chief Vijay in forming the next government in Tamil Nadu, ending its alliance with its previous partner, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), in a bid to back the new political formation.

Congress had fought the election as part of the DMK-led alliance but has decided to extend support to TVK.

TVK chief Vijay is unlikely to take oath today as Chief Minister as the actor-turned politician firms up support to cross the majority mark in the Tamil Nadu assembly, sources said on Wednesday.

- ANI

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Priya S
I'm cautiously optimistic. Vijay has shown he can mobilize the masses like few can, but governing is a whole different ball game. The security withdrawal outside his residence is interesting—maybe it signals the police see him as less of a threat now that he's an official CM candidate? 🤔
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Vikram M
Let's be real—ten seats short of a majority is a tough spot. All this "CM forever" talk is premature. Vijay needs to prove he can bring stability first. I hope he doesn't get swayed by stardom and remembers governance requires accountability, not just charisma. Respectful criticism: the Congress support is a double-edged sword too.
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James A
As someone from the US keeping an eye on Indian politics, this is fascinating. A megastar turning a filmi wave into a political force—reminds me of some actors-turned-politicians elsewhere. The Congress decision to back TVK over DMK is a big shift that could reshape alliances down south. Will be watching! 😄
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Kavya N
The common man in Tamil Nadu has spoken loud and clear—they're tired of old alliances and want a fresh face. Vijay's humility in stepping down from one seat shows he's thinking about discipline. But I worry: can he handle the deep-seated issues like water disputes and unemployment? Let's see, sir. All the best! 🙏
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Rahul R
"Vijay wave" is real, but politics is about delivery. I hope he doesn't disappoint the youth who voted for him expecting change. The police security withdrawal is a bit odd timing though—maybe it's routine. Anyway, history is being written

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