After Congress's support for Vijay's TVK, AIADMK enters the picture. What's happening in Tamil Nadu?

The political landscape in Tamil Nadu is in flux as actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerges as a significant force, falling just short of a majority in the recent assembly elections. While Congress has swiftly offered its support to TVK, aiming to form a 'secular government,' an unexpected player has entered the fray: the AIADMK, a key ally of the BJP.

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The party has to take the decision

Reports indicate a faction within AIADMK is keen on an alliance with TVK, with party leaders reportedly engaged in 'talks' with Vijay. This development has created a buzz within AIADMK, with spokesperson Kovai Sathyan confirming 'momentum' between the two camps, though emphasizing that the party's high command will make the final decision. The situation is fluid, and the ball, as Sathyan put it, is in Mr. Vijay's court to solidify support.

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Some momentum between the two camps, between the AIADMK and the TVK. High command will take a decision, so there is some momentum which has started since yesterday night. So let's wait for the time; as of now, it's too early to talk about numbers. There is some momentum, so let's wait for the outcome. The high command will take the final decision. Absolutely, there is no difference of opinion; the high command's decision is final and the high command will take a decision very soon. There is no question of that. Absolutely, there is no internal rift or split in AIADMK. High command will make a decision very soon.

This unfolding scenario is not without its own internal dynamics and external frictions. Within the Secular Progressive Alliance, tensions have surfaced between DMK and Congress, with DMK labeling Congress a 'backstabber' amid speculation about their backing of TVK. The AIADMK's potential move towards TVK, a party Vijay has described as an 'ideological enemy' of the BJP, adds another layer of complexity to the regional political chessboard. The coming days will be crucial in determining the final government formation in Tamil Nadu.

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The ball is in Mr Vijay's court. The majority decision will be taken by the high command. If he has to turn the dream into reality, it has to come from Mr Vijay's side.