Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Meets Governor for Third Time Amid Post-Election Government Formation Talks

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin met Governor R.N. Ravi at Raj Bhavan in Chennai on May 8, 2026, for the third time since the state assembly elections, amid formalizing the DMK-led alliance's majority with support from the CPI and CPI(M). The meeting took place days after the Election Commission declared results confirming a hung assembly, prompting coalition negotiations.

Stalin submitted letters of support from allied parties, including the Communist Party of India and the Communist Party of India (Marxist), to demonstrate majority backing for the DMK-led government. The governor has requested verification of the claims, with sources indicating that a floor test may be ordered if required.

The DMK and its allies are working to finalize ministerial allocations and legislative priorities ahead of the upcoming session of the Tamil Nadu Assembly. The Election Commission has confirmed that the governor will issue formal directions on government formation by May 10.