After Tamil Nadu assembly elections, actor Vijay's TVK emerged as the largest party with 108 seats but short of majority. Despite Congress support, the governor sought proof of majority, prompting talks of a DMK-AIADMK alliance.
In the April 23 Tamil Nadu assembly elections, TVK won 108 seats in the 234-member house, while DMK secured 59 and AIADMK 47. Congress, which broke its alliance with DMK, handed over a support letter from its five MLAs to Vijay.
Governor Rajendra Arlekar asked Vijay to produce proof of support from 118 MLAs. This led to discussions between DMK and AIADMK on a possible alliance. AIADMK sent feelers to DMK, but DMK rejected them and decided to sit in the opposition.
DMK leader TR Baalu accused Congress of betrayal, saying it had let down voters who backed the DMK alliance. Sources from both parties indicated that while no formal decision has been taken, internal meetings are ongoing.
