Power Play in Tamil Nadu: Vijay Government Faces Confidence Vote

The Tamil Nadu Assembly was the scene of high political drama on Wednesday as the C Joseph Vijay-led government faced a floor test to prove its majority. The Congress and various Left parties announced their support for the ruling TVK government, while the chief opposition, DMK, opted to stage a walkout, abstaining from the vote.

Meanwhile, BJP, with its lone MLA, declared a neutral stance. The session saw spirited debates, with AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami opposing the government, even as a faction within his party led by S P Velumani backed Vijay.

The confidence vote comes after direction from Governor RV Arlekar, who stipulated it must occur by May 13. Although PMK abstained, various MLAs from smaller parties aligned with TVK, showcasing the continuing political shifts within Tamil Nadu's landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)