Chennai, May 4 -- As counting of votes for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections begins, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) spokesperson TKS Elangovan on Monday expressed strong confidence in the party's prospects, asserting that the DMK will secure "around 130-140 seats" and form the government.

Speaking to ANI, Elangovan said, "DMK will form the government. We will get 40 per cent plus vote share. We will get an absolute majority. DMK alone will get around 130-140 seats. We will form the government..."

In Tamil Nadu, the political narrative appears relatively predictable. The ruling DMK-led alliance is widely expected to retain power, supported by strong voter turnout and favourable exit polls.

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