When the DMK takes on the role of the principal Opposition and attacks the government's policies, the VCK and the IUML, as constituents of the government, cannot be expected to stand with the DMK.
With the VCK and IUML- allies of DMK, becoming part of the TVK Ministry, it remains unclear whether they will continue in the DMK alliance, as no official announcement has been made so far.
IUML said the party would recommend its MLA AM Shahjahan for induction into the Cabinet. Shahjahan was elected from the Papanasam Assembly constituency.