Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi president Thol. Thirumavalavan had met with outgoing Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin on May 8, 2026.
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The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) is expected to announce its support for C. Joseph Vijay and the formation of a government led by his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The VCK has two seats.
According to sources, a letter of support in the format requested by the TVK will be submitted to facilitate the Governor to invite Mr. Vijay to form the government.
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Sources said VCK Legislature Party leader Vanniarasu is on his way to Chennai to sign the letter of support. Another MLA, L. E. Jothimani, is also expected to sign the letter.
“Last night, it took a long time to conclude the meeting discussing the decision to support Mr. Vijay. In our party, unlike the Left parties, there is a suggestion to evolve a common minimum programme instead of offering unconditional support,” a senior leader said.
The VCK leader Thol Thirumavalavan had met with outgoing Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin last night.
A VCK source said political courtesy demanded a meeting with Mr. Stalin since the VCK is part of the DMK alliance.
TVK leader Adhav Arjuna also met Mr Thirumavalavan yesterday, seeking the party’s support.
“We are supporting Mr. Vijay to prevent Governor’s rule. Moreover, we are not in favour of a government headed by the AIADMK,” the source said.
Mr. Thirumavalavan is expected to officially announce the party’s decision today.
Published – May 09, 2026 08:15 am IST
