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TVK’s Vijay hunts for allies to form govt; dissent brews in AIADMK; DMK-Congress ties shaky: What’s happening in Tamil Nadu?'

Times of India · May 6, 2026, 5:51 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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Actor-turned-politician Vijay's TVK is poised to form the government in Tamil Nadu, emerging as the single-largest party but needing allies. The Congress has reportedly pledged support for a secular government, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the DMK. Meanwhile, a faction within the AIADM

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