The DMK is reportedly considering offering outside support to an AIADMK-led government in Tamil Nadu in a bid to prevent Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam from coming to power.
According to reports, the move is being discussed after the TVK emerged as the single-largest party with 108 seats but fell short of the majority mark in the Assembly.
The possible arrangement marks a dramatic political shift, given the long-standing rivalry between the DMK and AIADMK. Reports said the AIADMK is also distancing itself from the NDA, opening the possibility of a broader political understanding involving the DMK, Left parties, and the VCK.
The developments triggered sharp criticism from the Congress, which accused the DMK of betraying the electoral mandate. Virudhunagar MP Manickam Tagore alleged that the two Dravidian rivals had “joined together overnight” to retain power.
Congress leaders said they withdrew from the DMK-led alliance after realising the party’s plan to support the AIADMK from outside.
The political tensions have intensified after Governor Rajendra Arlekar declined to immediately invite Vijay to form the government despite TVK becoming the largest party in the Assembly.
The Raj Bhavan has reportedly asked Vijay to return only after securing formal support from 118 MLAs, the majority mark in the House.
Congress workers and activists staged protests against the Governor, accusing him of delaying TVK’s claim and favouring established political parties.
All eyes are now on May 10, when parties are expected to meet at the Raj Bhavan as the state awaits clarity on government formation in Tamil Nadu.