With the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections approaching swiftly, political activity in the state has heightened as parties rush to finalize alliances, candidates, and campaign strategies.
Polling is set for April 23, while nomination filing starts on March 30, and vote counting will occur on May 4, with results expected the same day.
The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is gearing up to allocate constituencies among its alliance partners, with discussions at an advanced stage and an official announcement on seat-sharing anticipated soon.
The DMK-led alliance comprises significant partners like the Congress, Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK), Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK), Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), as well as Left parties including the Communist Party of India and the Communist Party of India-Marxist.
Preliminary talks suggest the Congress may contest 28 seats, DMDK around 10 seats, VCK eight constituencies, while both the CPI and CPI-M are likely to vie for five seats each. Smaller parties like the MDMK are expected to receive a limited number of constituencies within the alliance framework.
The DMK is gearing up to unveil its election manifesto soon, outlining its vision and key promises for the polls, focusing on governance, welfare schemes, and development initiatives.
Party President and Chief Minister M. K. Stalin will lead the DMK’s campaign across Tamil Nadu, starting from Tiruvarur on April 2 and culminating in a grand finale at Kolathur on April 21, just before polling.
As the election momentum builds up, major parties in Tamil Nadu are intensifying their efforts on the ground, with seat-sharing negotiations almost complete and campaign activities gaining momentum, setting the stage for a high-stakes electoral battle.
