NEW DELHI: The vice president of Bharatiya Janata Party’s Tamil Nadu state unit Khushbu Sundar expressed her support for TVK chief Vijay for the chief ministerial post as the latter has hit a roadblock in government formation in the state after falling short of majority by 5 MLAs.”As a citizen of Tamilnadu State, when people have chosen their CM, he should lead,” Khushbu Sundar said in a post on X.BJP has won one seat in Tamil Nadu, in alliance with AIADMK. Congress has alleged that the delay in inviting Vijay to form the government is a calculated move by the BJP-led Centre, describing it as an “undemocratic” attempt to undermine the people’s mandate.Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar called Vijay twice in two days and asked him to submit letters of support from allied MLAs and other partners, effectively establishing a working majority before an invitation to form the government.Neither the DMK nor the AIADMK managed to secure a majority, resulting in a hung assembly. Smaller parties such as the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, Pattali Makkal Katchi, Communist Party of India, Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM), Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam and Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam are now being seen as potential kingmakers in the government formation process.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Pending For Over 5 Yrs…’: India Reacts To Bangladesh’s ‘Pushback’ Remark After BJP’s Bengal Win’It Was Abhishek Banerjee’: BJP Blames TMC Leaders After Suvendu Adhikari’s Close Aide Shot Dead’No Terror Sanctuary Is Safe’: Indian Army Warns Pakistan On Op Sindoor Anniversary’Killed Him Because I Defeated Mamata In Bhabanipur’: Suvendu Adhikari On PA Chandranath’s Killing’Aap Haare Nahi Hain’: Akhilesh Yadav Tells Mamata Banerjee In Kolkata After TMC’s Bengal RoutIn Punjab Money Laundering Case Cash Bags Hurled From Ninth Floor During RaidsEyewitness Details Shocking Bike-Borne Shooting Near Hospital in North 24 ParganasOperation Sindoor One Year Later: How India’s Defence Tech Is Rewriting War StrategyMother of Suvendu Adhikari’s PA Chandra breaks down, Demands ‘Life Imprisonment’ For KillersOperation Sindoor Anniversary: Heavy Security Deployed in Poonch Market Area, Situation Calm123PhotostoriesYoung, fit, and still at risk? Why doctors are seeing a dangerous rise in heart attacks before 405 foods a neurologist eats every day for better brain healthSummer acne stages: Know when it’s the right time to visit a dermatologistDinosaurs found in India: The giant creatures that once roamed the subcontinentForget fairytales, Tamannaah Bhatia became the actual swan queen in this pearl-drenched dress by Rahul Mishra2026 cancelled TV shows: From ‘Going Dutch’ to ‘Watson’, here’s all you won’t be catching new season ofHantavirus symptoms may look mild at first, but doctors say kidneys and organs can fail quickly5 common tiger safari mistakes tourists make and how to avoid themHow to use baking soda in your garden to boost flowers, deter pests, and moreQuote of the day by Socrates on love: ‘The hottest love has the coldest end’123Hot PicksBihar ministers listDelhi traffic advisoryDelhi rainPune child rape-murder casePerambur election resultIndia-New Zealand FTASugarcane price hikeTop TrendingKerala CMWest Bengal ViolenceTamil Nadu Class 12 Result 2026Maharashtra Board SSC Result 2026Kerala plus one improvement resultBihar cabinet expansionWBBSE Madhyamik Result 2026Salil AnkolaBihar Ministers ListRCB vs LSG IPL Match Today
NEW DELHI: The vice president of Bharatiya Janata Party’s Tamil Nadu state unit Khushbu Sundar expressed her support for TVK chief Vijay for the chief ministerial post as the latter has hit a roadblock in government formation in the state after falling short of majority by 5 MLAs.“As a citizen of Tamilnadu State, when people have chosen their CM, he should lead,” Khushbu Sundar said in a post on X.BJP has won one seat in Tamil Nadu, in alliance with AIADMK. Congress has alleged that the delay in inviting Vijay to form the government is a calculated move by the BJP-led Centre, describing it as an “undemocratic” attempt to undermine the people’s mandate.Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar called Vijay twice in two days and asked him to submit letters of support from allied MLAs and other partners, effectively establishing a working majority before an invitation to form the government.Neither the DMK nor the AIADMK managed to secure a majority, resulting in a hung assembly. Smaller parties such as the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, Pattali Makkal Katchi, Communist Party of India, Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM), Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam and Amma Makkal Munnettra Kazagam are now being seen as potential kingmakers in the government formation process.
