Tamil Nadu election 2026: A litmus test in Vriddhachalam constituency

A straight fight is expected in Vriddhachalam between the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) and the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK). Caste arithmetic and the DMDK's pre-poll alliance with the DMK will influence the electoral outcome. The DMDK general secretary Premallatha Vijayakant and PMK's P. Tamizharasi are the main contenders in this electoral arena.