DMK Set To Lose Another Ally To Vijay? VCK Chief's 'No Hindrances' Remark Sparks Exit Buzz

Published 30 June 2026 · politics

DMK Set To Lose Another Ally To Vijay? VCK Chief's 'No Hindrances' Remark Sparks Exit Buzz Published By, Last Updated: June 30, 2026, 12:14 IST

DMK Set To Lose Another Ally To Vijay? VCK Chief's 'No Hindrances' Remark Sparks Exit Buzz Published By, Last Updated: June 30, 2026, 12:14 IST As the DMK continues to lose allies and the AIADMK sheds legislators, VCK's latest remarks have fuelled speculation that another partner could soon join Vijay's camp. Rapid Read VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan says Vijay's government will face "no hindrances" as reports suggest the party could formally snap ties with the DMK. (IMAGE: PTI) The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) continue to haemorrhage allies and legislators to Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, with the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi now appearing poised to become the latest constituent to formally snap ties with the opposition bloc. The fresh buzz gathered pace on Tuesday after VCK chief Thol Thirumavalavan publicly reaffirmed his party’s backing for the Vijay government, saying all parties that had extended support remained committed to ensuring its stability. “As far as we are concerned, all the parties that offer support are unlikely to go back on their word," he said, specifically naming the VCK, the Left parties and the Indian Union Muslim League. The developments come within 24 hours of former AIADMK minister and Karur MLA M.R. Vijayabhaskar resigning from the Assembly and joining Vijay’s TVK camp, marking the sixth legislator from the party to switch sides.

Referring to the Congress, Thirumavalavan said the party had gone beyond merely extending support and had formally joined the ruling alliance. The Left parties, he added, continued to back the government from outside and had repeatedly expressed their desire that the administration complete its full five-year term. “The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi also holds the same stance. Therefore, I strongly believe that this government will successfully operate for five years without any hindrance," he said. Asked about reports surrounding the VCK’s political future, Thirumavalavan declined to pre-empt any announcement, saying, “We’ll only know after going and talking there, right? I can’t just say that beforehand." Tea Party Before The Plot? He confirmed that the VCK had been invited to a tea meeting hosted by the TVK and said he would attend along with party MP D. Ravikumar, MLAs Vanniyarasu and Jothimani, and General Secretary Sinthanai Selvan. The remarks come amid reports that the VCK is preparing to formally walk out of the DMK-led alliance. Broadcaster NDTV reported, citing sources, that Thirumavalavan is expected to announce the party’s exit later on Tuesday before participating in the TVK-hosted meeting, which is being viewed as an effort by Vijay to further consolidate support around his government. The VCK has already been extending outside support to the TVK administration ever since the Assembly election delivered a fractured verdict.