Overview
- Congress MP B. Manickam Tagore publicly urged negotiations to include power-sharing, arguing no party is likely to secure a solo majority in the 2026 Assembly.
- TNCC chief K. Selvaperunthagai said the alliance with the DMK remains intact and that seat talks will be held “in a dignified manner,” rejecting claims of ongoing discussions with Vijay’s TVK.
- Seat bargaining remains unresolved, with reports saying Congress has sought roughly 38–40 seats while the DMK is offering the low 30s, and Congress leaders want an early pact to avoid last-minute wrangles.
- Praveen Chakravarty confirmed he met TVK leader Vijay, described him as a growing political force, and said seeking a share in power is reasonable, while stressing alliance decisions rest with the Congress high command.
- Pre-poll alignments remain fluid as TVK labels Congress a “natural ally” and BJP sources say the party is exploring a tie-up with TVK to rally anti-DMK forces.