Counting of votes for the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu's 2026 election officially began at 8 AM today. Election officials are meticulously processing ballots, with initial trends expected to emerge shortly after the commencement of counting.
The Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni seat is a closely watched constituency, featuring prominent candidates from major political parties and numerous independents vying for the assembly position.
Key Candidates in the Fray
Among the leading contenders, Udhayanidhi Stalin represents the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), while Aadirajaram is the candidate for the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). Other notable candidates include Mohammed Yasser from the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), Aysha from the Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK), Irfan Basha representing the Thamizhaga Vazhvurimai Katchi (TVVK), and D. Selvam from the Thamizhaga Valvurimai Katchi (TVK). A significant number of independent candidates are also on the ballot, making the competition diverse.
Past Election Context: 2021 Voter Turnout
In the previous assembly election held in 2021, the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency recorded a voter turnout of 58.74%. This historical data provides a benchmark as observers await the final turnout figures and results for the current 2026 election.
As the counting process continues, election enthusiasts and political analysts are keenly following updates to see who will secure the mandate from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni electorate.