Left Parties Extend Support to Vijay’s TVK to Form Government in Tamil Nadu
In a significant political development in Tamil Nadu, the Left parties have extended support to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam led by Vijay for the formation of the next state government.
However, both CPI and CPM clarified that they would not join the government and would instead provide support from outside.
CPI and CPM Extend Support
CPI state secretary P Shanmugam said the Left parties had decided to support TVK while continuing to work alongside Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam to protect Tamil Nadu’s interests and rights.
According to reports:
- Congress has offered support with 5 seats
- CPI has 2 MLAs
- CPM has 2 MLAs
With this backing, TVK is expected to move closer to the majority mark of 118 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly.
VCK Likely to Support TVK
Thol Thirumavalavan led Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi is also expected to support TVK.
P Shanmugam stated that the VCK’s decision would likely align with the Left parties’ stand. The party reportedly plans to announce its official decision after a high-level committee meeting.
DMK Did Not Pressure Left Parties: CPI
Rejecting allegations of pressure from Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, CPI leaders clarified that the decision to support TVK was taken independently.
P Shanmugam said:
- DMK leader M. K. Stalin never asked them to oppose TVK
- DMK has chosen to function as the opposition
- Left parties made their own political decision independently
Reason Behind Supporting TVK
CPM state secretary M Veerapandian said the support was aimed at respecting the people’s mandate and preventing Governor’s Rule in the state.
The Left parties also emphasized that their support to TVK does not affect their broader cooperation with DMK on issues related to Tamil Nadu’s rights and welfare.
Political Significance
The move marks a major breakthrough for Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam as actor-turned-politician Vijay continues to strengthen his position in Tamil Nadu politics.
If VCK also formally extends support, TVK could comfortably cross the majority mark required to form the government.
