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Tamil Nadu CM Vijay government crosses six-month milestone, confident of assembly floor test

The Vijay administration has reached the halfway mark of its first year in office as tensions simmer over alleged poaching attempts. TVK has accused rival DMK and AIADMK of trying to destabilise the government through inducements to legislators.

LSN India · 12 November 2026

The government led by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's ally Vijay has crossed the six-month threshold since assuming office, with party representatives expressing confidence in their legislative strength. An MLA affiliated with the ruling alliance indicated the government is prepared to face a floor test if required, signalling stability in the current coalition arrangement.

The confidence comes against a backdrop of heightened political tensions in the state assembly. The Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), a coalition partner, has alleged that opposition parties are attempting systematic poaching of government legislators through financial incentives. These allegations have intensified scrutiny on the government's numerical strength and cohesion.

DMK and AIADMK representatives have not directly responded to the poaching allegations. The possibility of a floor test has gained traction in political circles as a potential mechanism to test the government's stability and resolve questions about legislative support.

The six-month milestone marks a significant juncture for the new administration as it navigates coalition politics and opposition pressure. The government's willingness to face assembly proceedings underscores confidence in retaining majority support, though political observers continue monitoring for signs of legislative defections or realignments.