Trust vote ahead, signs of cracks in Vijay's TN alliance over astrologer as OSD. But he's got ‘rebels’ as lifeline
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Summary
Astrologer Rickey Radhan Pandit Vettrivel's appointment as Officer on Special Duty (Political) to the CM sparked reactions from allies Congress, VCK and Left.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right