Vote counting for the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections begins at 8 AM on May 4, 2026. Voters will determine if M.K. Stalin’s governance continues or if the AIADMK will return to power. The primary parties competing are the DMK, AIADMK, and actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Key challengers also include Seeman’s Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK).
Tamil Nadu Election Overview
A total of 234 seats are up for grabs in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. To secure a majority, a party or alliance needs at least 118 seats. Polling for these seats occurred on April 23, 2026.
Key Constituencies and Contenders
Several constituencies are drawing significant attention. These include:
- Kolathur: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is contesting from this seat.
- Edappadi: This constituency is considered a stronghold for K. Palaniswami.
- Coimbatore South: This seat is a key battleground for the BJP.
- Chepauk: All eyes are on Udhayanidhi Stalin’s margin of victory in his second consecutive election from this constituency. He is the incumbent Chief Minister’s son and a film actor.
Puducherry Elections
Vote counting for the 30 legislative seats in Puducherry also commences today. The majority mark in Puducherry is 16 seats.
Projected Outcome Factors
The performance of smaller parties like the Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) could influence the final results. Their support base might act as a deciding factor in close contests.
Where to Find Updates
Real-time updates on seat-by-seat winners, party-wise leads, and final results will be available throughout the day. This information will confirm the political mood of the state.
