Tamil Nadu has delivered a fractured mandate in the recent Assembly election, with cinema superstar Vijay's party TVK winning 108 seats, but falling short of the majority mark of 118. This is the first time since 1952 that the state has delivered a fractured mandate.

The TVK's victory has stunned the two Dravidian rivals, the DMK and AIADMK, and has posed a challenging situation for Vijay, who will need the support of smaller parties to form the government.

The role of the Governor will be crucial in this scenario, as Vijay will need to prove his ability to form a stable government.

The immediate next steps will involve negotiations with smaller parties, including the Congress, to secure their support and form a government. The Governor is expected to play a key role in facilitating these negotiations, and the outcome will be closely watched in the coming days.