M K Stalin backs allies’ support to TVK, says stable govt needed in Tamil Nadu

Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M. K. Stalin on Saturday said he respected the decision of alliance partners to support the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in forming the government, stressing the need for political stability in the state and avoiding another election.

In a post on X, Stalin said that in a fractured mandate where no party secured a majority, it was important to “act in coordination, ensure a stable government is formed, and not pave the way for another election.”

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Welcoming the decision of alliance partners to extend support to TVK, Stalin said the parties would continue in the DMK-led secular progressive alliance “on the basis of policy” even while backing the new government to resolve the current political crisis.


Stalin reiterated that the DMK would function as a “constructive opposition” and said the party would not obstruct the formation of a new government despite the alliance falling short of a majority.

He also took a swipe at the Congress, saying its MLAs did not visit the DMK headquarters after the results and that the party had severed ties with the DMK. At the same time, Stalin thanked leaders of Left parties, VCK and other allies for standing firmly with the DMK during the political uncertainty.

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The DMK chief expressed hope that the incoming government would continue welfare schemes launched during his tenure, particularly those aimed at women, youth, students, children, marginalised communities and government employees.