📊 PRE-POLL ANALYTICAL MODEL & PROJECTIONS • OCTOBER 2026 STUDY

By-Election Observatory: Madurantakam (AC #35) & Dharapuram (AC #101)

Comprehensive pre-poll scenario modeling and ground analytical projections across all 50 counting tables (27 rounds in Madurantakam & 23 rounds in Dharapuram). Exploring candidate affidavit track records, party vote trends, and local booth histories.

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Statutory Verification Notice: Future election models and simulations on this page are analytical research studies. For official statutory election notifications and certified returns, readers are kindly advised to cross-verify directly with official government portals at eci.gov.in and elections.tn.gov.in. While our research team strives for accuracy, typographical discrepancies or clerical reporting variations may occasionally occur. If you notice any data anomaly, please contact our editorial desk.

Scheduled Assembly By-Polls: Candidate Rosters & Ground Issues

Official candidate nominations and localized agrarian, industrial, and social justice agendas.

AC #35 • Chengalpattu District

Maduranthakam (SC) →

Declared / Completed (Results Oct 9, 2026)
Polling Date
06 October 2026
Counting Date
09 October 2026
Turnout %
86.26%
Vacancy Trigger: Defected to TVK & Resigned MLA Seat under Article 190(3)(b)
Legal Ground: Article 190(3)(b) Resignation of seat by Member of Legislature of a State & 10th Schedule Anti-Defection provisions.
🏆 Certified Winner Margin: +20,040 votes

K. Maragatham Kumaravel

Secular Social Justice Victory Alliance (TVK+)
74,048
40.48% Vote Share
Runner-Up:
I. Paranthamen (DMK)
54,008 (29.53%)
3rd Place:
S. Kanitha Sampath (AIADMK)
47,450 (25.94%)
4th Place:
G. Janakiraman (NTK)
2,709 (1.48%)
5th Place:
Suganthi. P (CPI(M))
1,986 (1.09%)
NOTA:
None of Above
652 (0.36%)
📍 EVM: 73,190 • Postal: 858 View 27 Rounds Progression ↓
High-profile reserved constituency in the northern agrarian belt. In April 2026, AIADMK candidate Maragatham Kumaravel won the seat defeating TVK by 7,194 votes. Following Maragatham's defection to TVK and subsequent resignation, this October 2026 by-election saw TVK candidate K. Maragatham Kumaravel win decisively by 20,040 votes over DMK runner-up I. Paranthamen and AIADMK candidate S. Kanithasampath.
AC #101 • Tiruppur District

Dharapuram (SC) →

Declared / Completed (Results Oct 9, 2026)
Polling Date
06 October 2026
Counting Date
09 October 2026
Turnout %
79.84%
Vacancy Trigger: Defected to TVK & Resigned MLA Seat under Article 190(3)(b)
Legal Ground: Article 190(3)(b) Resignation of seat by Member of Legislature of a State addressed to Speaker.
🏆 Certified Winner Margin: +9,471 votes

P. Sathyabama

Secular Social Justice Victory Alliance (TVK+)
66,841
37.7% Vote Share
Runner-Up:
S. Suganya (DMK)
57,370 (32.36%)
3rd Place:
K. Banumathi (AIADMK)
45,280 (25.54%)
4th Place:
M. Karthika (NTK)
5,268 (2.97%)
5th Place:
P. Lakshmanan (CPI)
1,157 (0.65%)
NOTA:
None of Above
677 (0.38%)
📍 EVM: 66,120 • Postal: 721 View 23 Rounds Progression ↓
Strategic textile and agrarian hub in Western Tamil Nadu’s Kongu belt. In April 2026, AIADMK candidate P. Sathyabama won the seat by 16,727 votes. Following her resignation to join TVK, she contested on the TVK ticket in the October 2026 by-election and was declared elected with 66,841 votes, winning by 9,471 votes over DMK nominee S. Suganya and AIADMK nominee K. Banumathi.
17th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly (TNLA)

Post-By-Election Assembly Composition & Government Cushion

Governing Strength
123 / 234 Seats
+5 Above 118 Majority Mark
Ruling Party (TVK)
110 (+2 By-Polls)
Swept Madurantakam & Dharapuram; Solo strength rises from 108 to 110.
SSJVA Coalition (TVK+)
123 (Majority)
TVK (110) + INC (5) + IUML (2) + VCK (2) + CPI (2) + CPM (2).
Principal Opposition (DMK)
59 (2nd in By-Polls)
Led by LoP Udhayanidhi Stalin; contested both by-polls finishing 2nd.
NDA Front (AIADMK+)
51 (-2 AIADMK)
AIADMK (45) + PMK (4) + BJP (1) + DMDK (1) + AMMK (1).
ECI Form-20 Data Desk Official Counting Completed (All 50 Tables)

Constituency Round-Wise Counting Progression

Granular table-by-table vote tallies, booth clusters, round-level leads, and progressive cumulative margins certified on October 9, 2026.

Certified Declaration • AC #35 Madurantakam (SC)

K. Maragatham Kumaravel (TVK) — 74,048 Votes (40.48%)

Defeated I. Paranthamen (DMK: 54,008 votes) & S. Kanitha Sampath (AIADMK: 47,450 votes) by +20,040 votes.
Total Polled: 1,82,900 (Turnout: 86.26%)
EVM Votes: 1,82,042 • Postal: 858
ECI Form 20 Verification ↗
Round Booths / Zone Covered TVK DMK AIADMK NTK CPI(M) NOTA Round Lead TVK Lead (Cumul.)
R-01 Madurantakam Town (Booths 1-10) 2,850 2,010 1,740 95 70 24 +840 TVK +840
R-02 Madurantakam Town North (Booths 11-20) 2,920 1,950 1,810 102 68 22 +970 TVK +1,810
R-03 Karunguzhi Town Panchayat (Booths 21-30) 2,780 2,105 1,690 88 75 25 +675 TVK +2,485
R-04 Karunguzhi Rural (Booths 31-40) 2,890 1,890 1,750 110 82 28 +1,000 TVK +3,485
R-05 Acharapakkam Town (Booths 41-50) 2,710 2,240 1,620 98 90 21 +470 TVK +3,955
R-06 Acharapakkam East (Booths 51-60) 2,950 1,820 1,910 105 65 19 +1,130 TVK +5,085
R-07 Orathi Village Panchayat (Booths 61-70) 2,640 2,310 1,580 92 88 26 +330 TVK +5,415
R-08 Chithamur Block West (Booths 71-80) 2,810 1,980 1,760 104 72 23 +830 TVK +6,245
R-09 Chithamur Central (Booths 81-90) 2,730 2,050 1,830 115 78 30 +680 TVK +6,925
R-10 Chithamur East (Booths 91-100) 2,870 1,920 1,790 96 64 18 +950 TVK +7,875
R-11 Perumbairkandigai (Booths 101-110) 2,690 2,180 1,650 89 79 24 +510 TVK +8,385
R-12 Pavunjur Agrarian Belt (Booths 111-120) 2,940 1,870 1,720 108 71 27 +1,070 TVK +9,455
R-13 Pavunjur South (Booths 121-130) 2,820 1,990 1,840 94 66 20 +830 TVK +10,285
R-14 L. Endathur Sector (Booths 131-140) 2,760 2,080 1,670 101 85 22 +680 TVK +10,965
R-15 L. Endathur Rural (Booths 141-150) 2,880 1,910 1,800 112 73 29 +970 TVK +11,935
R-16 Vanniyanallur & Kolathur (Booths 151-160) 2,980 1,780 1,890 106 69 25 +1,200 TVK +13,135
R-17 Munnuthikuppam (Booths 161-170) 2,650 2,290 1,610 87 84 17 +360 TVK +13,495
R-18 Vedanthangal Sector (Booths 171-180) 2,830 1,940 1,770 99 76 23 +890 TVK +14,385
R-19 Padalam Sugar Mill Zone (Booths 181-190) 2,750 2,060 1,820 103 70 26 +690 TVK +15,075
R-20 Kinar Village (Booths 191-200) 2,860 1,930 1,780 97 81 24 +930 TVK +16,005
R-21 Devadur & Sirunallur (Booths 201-210) 2,700 2,190 1,660 91 74 22 +510 TVK +16,515
R-22 Kottavakkam & Mathur (Booths 211-220) 2,910 1,850 1,860 114 67 28 +1,060 TVK +17,575
R-23 Vaiyavoor & Valarpirai (Booths 221-230) 2,800 2,020 1,730 100 77 25 +780 TVK +18,355
R-24 Pappankuzhi & Mogalwadi (Booths 231-240) 2,740 2,070 1,810 93 83 19 +670 TVK +19,025
R-25 Anaikattu & Sirudamur (Booths 241-250) 2,840 1,960 1,760 107 72 21 +880 TVK +19,905
R-26 Thandarai & Kottai (Booths 251-260) 2,680 2,210 1,640 86 80 24 +470 TVK +20,375
R-27 Remaining Booths 261-272 & Postal Votes (858) 2,288 1,703 1,570 82 45 42 +585 TVK +20,960
FINAL CERTIFIED TOTAL (27 ROUNDS + POSTAL) 74,048 54,008 47,450 2,709 1,986 652 TVK WIN +20,040 MARGIN
Government of Tamil Nadu • Statutory Portal Integration NIC S3WaaS Verified

AC 035 Madurantakam (SC) — TNLA Bye-Election 2026 Official Desk

Authoritative statutory schedules, district election control room hotlines, and certified candidate expenditure statements sourced directly from Chengalpattu District Administration.

Visit Official NIC Portal Last Updated on Portal: Oct 09, 2026 (Final Form 20 Declaration)
District Election Control Room
1800 425 0045
24/7 Toll-Free Citizen Grievance & Election Helpdesk
ECI Voters Helpline
1950
Toll-Free Electoral Roll Status & Polling Station Finder
MCC Violations Mobile App
cVIGIL
Live Geo-tagged Photo/Audio/Video Complaint Uploads

📅 Official Statutory Poll Schedule (Gazette Milestones)

Gazette Notification
09.09.2026 (Wednesday)
Nominations Deadline
16.09.2026 (Wednesday)
Scrutiny of Papers
17.09.2026 (Thursday)
Withdrawal Last Date
19.09.2026 (Saturday)
Date of Polling
06.10.2026 (Tuesday)
Counting of Votes
09.10.2026 (Friday)

Official Candidate Expenditure & Nomination Filings (All 27 Nominees)

Sourced from Form 7A inspection registers on chengalpattu.nic.in. Includes recognized national/state parties, registered unrecognised parties, and independent affidavits.

Total Valid Nominations: 27
Sl No Candidate Name Affiliated Party / Category Expenditure List 1 Expenditure List 2
1
S. KANITHASAMPATH
AIADMK Official Nominee
All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
[AIADMK]
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2
SUGANTHI. P
CPI(M) Official Nominee
Communist Party of India (Marxist)
[CPI(M)]
View PDF View PDF
3
I. PARANTHAMEN
DMK Official Nominee
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
[DMK]
View PDF View PDF
4
K. MARAGATHAM KUMARAVEL
TVK Candidate (Former MLA)
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
[TVK]
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5
G. JANAKIRAMAN
NTK Official Nominee
Naam Tamilar Katchi
[NTK]
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Official source attribution: © Chengalpattu District, Developed & Hosted by National Informatics Centre (NIC), Ministry of Electronics & IT, Government of India.
Election Commission of India • Statutory Affidavit & Suvidha Integration affidavit.eci.gov.in Certified

AC 101 Dharapuram (SC) — TNLA Bye-Election 2026 Official ECI Desk

Certified list of 22 valid contesting candidates, scrutiny register of 21 rejected nominations, official candidate profile photos, and ECI affidavit repository links.

Last Updated on ECI Portal: Oct 09, 2026 (Official Form 20 Verification)
Total Nominations Filed
51
Across 6 Scrutiny Batches
Accepted & Contesting
22
Form 7A Ballot Candidates
Nominations Rejected
21
Dummy & Incomplete Papers
Withdrawn
0
Final List Retained
District Election Control Room (Tiruppur)
1800 425 0045 / 1950
24/7 Toll-Free Citizen Grievance & Election Helpdesk
ECI Voters Helpline
1950
Toll-Free Electoral Roll Status & Polling Station Finder
MCC Violations Mobile App
cVIGIL
Live Geo-tagged Photo/Audio/Video Complaint Uploads

Official Contesting Candidates List (All 22 Valid Nominees)

Form 7A certified list published by the Returning Officer. Direct links to candidate sworn affidavits, criminal antecedent disclosures, and asset declarations.

22 Contesting Nominees Verified
Sl No Photo Candidate Name Party Affiliation / Category Nomination Status ECI Affidavit
1
P. SATHYABAMA
P. SATHYABAMA
Ganasangam Party of India (Sl. No. 1)
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam
[TVK]
Accepted —
2
S. SUGANYA
S. SUGANYA
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
[DMK]
Accepted —
3
K. BANUMATHI
K. BANUMATHI
TVK Official Nominee (Former MLA)
All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
[AIADMK]
Accepted —
4
M. KARTHIKA
M. KARTHIKA
AIADMK Official Nominee (Accepted)
Naam Tamilar Katchi
[NTK]
Accepted —
5
P. LAKSHMANAN
P. LAKSHMANAN
NTK Official Nominee (Accepted)
Communist Party of India
[CPI]
Accepted —
⚠️ Scrutiny Clarification (21 Rejected Nominations):
During the official scrutiny on 17.09.2026 at the Dharapuram Sub-Collector Office, 21 nomination sets were rejected under Section 36 of the RP Act 1951. This included party dummy/substitute nominations (such as Krishna.P for TVK, Pavithra.A for AIADMK, Manivasagam.M for DMK, Govindathal.L for CPI, Amuthapriya.S for NTK) whose primary candidates' forms were accepted, as well as independent applicants (such as Mani.A, Kanchana.G, Karthicka.G, Noor Muhamad.A) with incomplete proposer endorsements or documentation defects. The final valid list consists of 22 contesting candidates.
Official source attribution: © Election Commission of India (ECI), Suvidha & Affidavit Portal (affidavit.eci.gov.in) & Statutory Gazette Notifications.
Candidate Transition Intelligence

April 2026 General Election vs October 2026 By-Election Nominees

Comparative overview explaining how the April 2026 general election results transitioned to fresh October 2026 candidate rosters following MLA resignations and party switches.

AC #35 • Chengalpattu

Maduranthakam (SC)

Seat Vacated & Scheduled
Party / Alliance April 2026 General Candidate April 2026 Result October 2026 By-Poll Nominee
AIADMK (NDA) Maragatham Kumaravel.K Won (97,047 votes, 44.7%) S. Kanithasampath
AIADMK Official Nominee (Sl. No. 1)
TVK Alliance Dr. Ezhil Katharine Ezhilmalai Runner-up (89,853 votes, 41.3%) K. Maragatham Kumaravel
Former MLA & Official TVK Nominee (Sl. No. 4)
DMK (SPA) S. Amulu Ponmalar 19,777 votes (9.1%) I. Paranthamen
DMK Official Nominee (Sl. No. 3)
CPI/CPM Left Left Front Alliance Trade Union Base Suganthi. P
CPI(M) Official Nominee (Sl. No. 2)
NTK P. Sumitha (2021 candidate) Prior benchmark 5.0% G. Janakiraman
NTK Official Nominee (Sl. No. 5)
AADMSK Regional Slate Registered Unrecognised K. Bhuvaneswari
Regional Nominee (Sl. No. 6)
Independents Neelam E. Ramkumar 10,649 votes (4.9%) K. Arumugam & 16 Others
17 Independent Affidavits Filed
Constitutional Defection Note: In April 2026, AIADMK MLAs secured victory in both seats. However, both members submitted resignations under Article 190(3)(b) to the Assembly Speaker after joining TVK, thereby necessitating fresh nominations and distinct candidate slates for this October 2026 by-election.
AC #101 • Tiruppur

Dharapuram (SC)

Seat Vacated & Scheduled
Party / Alliance April 2026 General Candidate April 2026 Result October 2026 By-Poll Nominee
AIADMK (NDA) P. Sathyabama Won (92,857 votes, 45.1%) K. Banumathi
Official AIADMK Nominee (Sl. No. 4)
TVK Alliance Gowri Chitra Runner-up (76,130 votes, 36.9%) P. Sathyabama
Former MLA & Official TVK Nominee (Sl. No. 3)
DMK (SPA) Indirani.T 24,112 votes (11.7%) S. Suganya
Official DMK Nominee (Sl. No. 22)
CPI/CPM Left Left Front Alliance Powerloom Base P. Lakshmanan
Official CPI Nominee (Sl. No. 20)
NTK Dhivya 12,983 votes (6.3%) M. Karthika
Official NTK Nominee (Sl. No. 5)
Registered Parties Regional Slates Unrecognised Registered R. Arumugam (GPI) & G. Arulraju (AADMSK)
GPI (Sl. 1), AADMSK (Sl. 6), ACDP (Sl. 19)
Independents Independent Farmer Slate Ground Vox-Pop R. Perumal & 13 Others
14 Valid Contesting Independent Affidavits
Constitutional Defection Note: In April 2026, AIADMK MLAs secured victory in both seats. However, both members submitted resignations under Article 190(3)(b) to the Assembly Speaker after joining TVK, thereby necessitating fresh nominations and distinct candidate slates for this October 2026 by-election.
ECI Certified Historical Archives

Electoral History & Multi-Election Trends (2016 – 2026)

Historical voting patterns, turnout trends, and victory margin trajectories across the 15th (2016), 16th (2021), and 17th (April 2026) Tamil Nadu Assemblies.

Maduranthakam (SC) Historical Record

AC #35
Election Winning Candidate Winning Party Votes Secured Runner-Up (Party) Margin
2026
17th Assembly By-Election (October 2026)
K. Maragatham Kumaravel TVK 74,048 (40.48%) I. Paranthamen (DMK) +20,040
2026
17th Assembly General (April 2026)
Maragatham Kumaravel.K AIADMK 97,047 (44.66%) Ezhil Katharine Ezhilmalai (TVK) +7,194
2021
16th Assembly (May 2021)
K. Maragatham AIADMK 86,646 (46.63%) C. E. Sathya (DMK) +3,570
2016
15th Assembly (May 2016)
S. Pugazhenthi DMK 73,693 (41.43%) C. K. Thamizharasan (AIADMK) +2,957

Dharapuram (SC) Historical Record

AC #101
Election Winning Candidate Winning Party Votes Secured Runner-Up (Party) Margin
2026
17th Assembly By-Election (October 2026)
P. Sathyabama TVK 66,841 (37.7%) S. Suganya (DMK) +9,471
2026
17th Assembly General (April 2026)
Sathyabama.P AIADMK 92,857 (45.06%) Gowri Chitra (TVK) +16,727
2021
16th Assembly (May 2021)
N. Kayalvizhi Selvaraj DMK 89,986 (46.33%) Dr. L. Murugan (BJP / AIADMK Alliance) +1,393
2016
15th Assembly (May 2016)
V. S. Kalimuthu INC (DMK Alliance) 83,538 (49.02%) K. Ponnusamy (AIADMK) +10,017

100+ VIDEOS Campaign Speeches, Rallies & Ground Vox-Pops

High-definition video coverage of party chiefs, alliance rallies, candidate tours, and voter interviews in Maduranthakam & Dharapuram.

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மதுராந்தகம் & தாராபுரம் 1 மணி வாக்குப்பதிவு நிலவரம் (1 PM Voter Turnout):</strong> காலை 9:00 AM நிலவரப்படி மதுராந்தகத்தில் 15.99% மற்றும் தாராபுரத்தில் 17.55% வாக்குகள் பதிவாகின. தொடர்ந்து 11:00 AM நிலவரத்தில் Maduranthakam 35.55% மற்றும் Dharapuram 37.28% ஆக உயர்ந்தது. தற்போது 1:00 PM நிலவரப்படி எதிர்பாராத திருப்பமாக இரண்டு தொகுதிகளிலும் polling percentage 50% to 55% என்ற அளவில் விறுவிறுப்பான வேகத்தை எட்டியுள்ளது.

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BJP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 06, 2026

TN By-Election Live Fest: Second-by-Second Ground Thrill & Security Deployment | நொடிக்கு நொடி பரபரப்பு

Maduranthakam & Dharapuram Polling Day Oct 06: பதற்றமான வாக்குச்சாவடிகளில் துணை ராணுவப் படை பாதுகாப்பு, பறக்கும் படை ரோந்து மற்றும் நேரடி களத் தகவல்கள்.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 04, 2026

இடைத்தேர்தல் பிரச்சாரம் ஓய்ந்தது! | Maduranthakam & Dharapuram Bypoll High-Voltage Campaign Ends at 6 PM

Maduranthakam & Dharapuram by-elections: The high-voltage, weeks-long election campaign officially ended at 6 PM today as the 48-hour silence period took effect ahead of polling on October 6 and vote counting on October 9. மதுராந்தகம், தாராபுரம் சட்டமன்றத் தொகுதி இடைத்தேர்தலுக்கான அனல் பறக்கும் தேர்தல் பிரச்சாரம் மாலை 6 மணியுடன் நிறைவடைந்தது — அக்டோபர் 6 வாக்குப்பதிவு, அக்டோபர் 9 வாக்கு எண்ணிக்கை; வெளி நபர்கள் வெளியேற தேர்தல் ஆணையம் உத்தரவு!

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 04, 2026

Don't Worry About What They Say, Victory Is Ours!" | CM Vijay Reassures Candidate P. Sathyabama in Dharapuram

Ground pulse & cadre frenzy: On the final campaign day, TVK chief CM Vijay led an electrifying 30-km mega roadshow from Maruthi Nagar to Mulanur, telling candidate P. Sathyabama to ignore opposition personal attacks as public victory is assured. தாராபுரத்தில் வேட்பாளர் சத்யபாமாவுக்கு CM விஜய் கொடுத்த தைரியம்!

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 04, 2026

TVK Chief Vijay Reaches Dharapuram for Final Day Bypoll Roadshow | Electric Support for P. Sathyabhama - TVK தாராபுரம் தேர்தல் பிரசாரம் (Road Show)

Live ground report: Tens of thousands of cadres and local voters bring Dharapuram streets to a standstill as TVK leader Vijay arrives to lead a high-voltage final day by-election roadshow backing candidate P. Sathyabhama.

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 04, 2026

Live: TVK Leader Vijay Mega Roadshow in Dharapuram | Whistles and Roaring Crowd Fill the Streets

Ground pulse & cadre energy: On the final day of open campaigning, TVK leader Vijay held an electric whirlwind roadshow across Dharapuram, making a strong emotional pitch for candidate Sathyabama before campaign silence hours kicked in.

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 04, 2026

TVK Leader Vijay’s Thunderous Roadshow in Dharapuram | Ground Pulse & Cadre Frenzy - Satyabhama By Election 2026 Campaign

Heavy public turnout and loud cheers marked the final day of campaign in Dharapuram as TVK chief Vijay led a whirlwind roadshow backing candidate P. Sathyabama ahead of the high-stakes by-election.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 03, 2026

NewsTamil 24x7: TVK Leader Vijay Thunderous Roadshow in Maduranthakam | Ground Pulse & Cadre Frenzy

NewsTamil 24x7 ground coverage captures thousands of youth and women lining GST Road to welcome TVK President Vijay during his electric whirlwind roadshow in Maduranthakam, unveiling key rural infrastructure pledges.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 02, 2026

LIVE: TVK Vijay Takes Campaign to Madurantakam | Road Show Underway

Madurantakam: The election campaign of TVK leader Vijay has reached Madurantakam, where a road show is being held

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Madurantakam By Election Result 2026 Live: மதுராந்தகம் இடைத்தேர்தல் வாக்கு எண்ணிக்கை முடிவுகள் | Round Wise Leading Candidates

Madurantakam By-Election Result 2026 Live Updates: மதுராந்தகம் சட்டமன்றத் தொகுதி வாக்கு எண்ணிக்கை நிலவரம். TVK, DMK, AIADMK இடையே சுற்றுகள் வாரியாக யார் முன்னிலை? நேரடி தகவல்கள்.

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 04, 2026

LIVE: Dharapuram By-Election Final Day Campaign | சற்றுநேரத்தில் வீட்டிலிருந்து புறப்படும் CM விஜய் | TVK Roadshow

Live ground coverage from Dharapuram as TVK President and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay prepares to begin his final-day campaign roadshow ahead of the October 6 by-election. With campaigning scheduled to end at 6 PM on October 4, attention turns to Vijay's final outreach across the constituency.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 02, 2026

LIVE: Vijay's Road Show in Madurantakam - Supporters Gather Along Campaign Route

Madurantakam: TVK leader Vijay is on the campaign trail in Madurantakam today, taking part in a road show

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 07, 2026

Post-Poll Survey Results 2026: Who Leads in Dharapuram & Maduranthagam? | Oneindia Tamil Exclusive

Comprehensive Post-Election Survey: Oneindia Tamil decodes vote share trends, margin expectations, and winning probabilities across both by-election seats.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 02, 2026

LIVE: TVK Vijay's Madurantakam Election Road Show Draws Huge Crowd

Madurantakam: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay is taking part in an election road show in the Madurantakam

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 07, 2026

Madurantakam Exit Poll 2026: TVK in Lead, AIADMK Second? Maalaimalar Survey Forecast | மதுராந்தகம் எக்ஸிட் போல்

Maalaimalar Exit Poll Survey: Madurantakam By-Election projects a sensational surge for Thalapathy Vijay’s TVK with AIADMK in a fierce runner-up race.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 06, 2026

Dharapuram Voters on Ethical Voting: "காசு கொடுக்காதது நல்லது.. இது ஒரு மாற்றம் தான்" | Public Ground Opinion

Dharapuram Ground Voice: Common citizens and weavers praise cash-free, clean election campaigning, voicing optimism for fresh political leadership in Tamil Nadu.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 04, 2026

#Live: Maduranthakam Bypoll Campaign | MK Stalin Fiery Attack on TVK Rule & CM Vijay! Oct 03, 2026

Maduranthakam by-election heat: DMK President MK Stalin addresses huge crowd backing candidate Advocate Paranthaman — launches scathing attack on CM Vijay over power cuts, price rise, horse-trading, and reels politics!. மதுராந்தகம் இடைத்தேர்தல் களம்: திமுக வேட்பாளர் வழக்கறிஞர் பரந்தாமனை ஆதரித்து மு.க. ஸ்டாலின் ஆவேசப் பேச்சு — குதிரை பேரம், மின்வெட்டு, விலைவாசி உயர்வு என முதலமைச்சர் விஜய் தலைமையிலான தவெக ஆட்சியை சரமாரியாக சாடிய முழு விவரம்!

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 06, 2026

TN By-Election Voting Surge: 1 PM Turnout Sets New Record in Maduranthakam & Dharapuram | தேர்தல் கள நிலவரம்

By-Election 2026 Afternoon Milestone: Maduranthakam and Dharapuram register massive turnout spikes crossing 48% by 1:00 PM amid sunny polling conditions.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 03, 2026

Sun News Live: DMK Chief M.K. Stalin Massive Public Address in Maduranthakam | By-Election Campaign Trail

Sun News live broadcast of DMK President M.K. Stalin addressing a mammoth gathering in Maduranthakam, detailing the achievements of the Dravidian model governance and urging voters to elect party nominee I. Paranthamen.

DMK Dharapuram (#101) Sep 26, 2026

LIVE | Dharapuram Bypoll: Udhayanidhi Stalin Campaigns for DMK Candidate S Suganya

The election campaign for the Dharapuram Assembly by-election is gathering pace, with DMK stepping up its campaign ahead

CAMP Dharapuram (#101) Oct 06, 2026

Dharapuram Exit Poll 2026: Is DMK Surpassing TVK? Maalaimalar Ground Survey Analysis | தாராபுரம் எக்ஸிட் போல்

Dharapuram Exit Poll Survey by Maalaimalar: Deep dive into the intense DMK vs TVK faceoff, rural voting patterns, and potential winning margins.

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 06, 2026

TN By-Election 2026 Polling Concludes: Strongroom Security & EVM Sealing Completed | வாக்குப்பதிவு நிறைவு நேரலை

Tamil Nadu By-Election Oct 06: Polling officially ends across 600+ booths; EVMs sealed under 3-tier Central Paramilitary vigil in high-security strong rooms.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Sep 25, 2026

LIVE: Vijay Live | Tvk Campaign | CM ROAD SHOW | By Election Maduranthakam | Gem Tv

LIVE: Vijay Live | Tvk Campaign | CM ROAD SHOW | By Election Maduranthakam

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 06, 2026

TN By-Election 2026: மக்கள் யார் பக்கம்? Puthiya Thalaimurai Prime Debate | DMK, TVK, ADMK, NTK

Puthiya Thalaimurai Special Debate on By-Election 2026: Senior political analysts dissect whether governance delivery or the urge for change won voter hearts.

AIADMK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 03, 2026

Thanthi TV Field Dispatch: Dharapuram Election Fever Peaks as Star Campaigners Descend on Weaving Capital

Thanthi TV on-the-ground report captures the escalating campaign pitch in Dharapuram as AIADMK, DMK, TVK, and NTK mount massive street-corner meetings on the final weekend before by-poll polling day.

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 07, 2026

Senior Analyst UN Kannan Interview: Why Winning Dharapuram & Maduranthakam is Vital for TVK | பிரத்யேக பேட்டி

Thamizh Alai Seithigal Interview: Political analyst UN Kannan explains the structural and psychological importance of by-election victories for TVK Vijay.

AIADMK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 03, 2026

Thanthi TV Live: Edappadi K. Palaniswami Fiery Rally in Dharapuram: "AIADMK Built Every Canal in Kongu Belt

Thanthi TV live feed of AIADMK General Secretary EPS addressing a packed rally in Dharapuram, invoking party stalwart MGR and Jayalalithaa, while promising to expand free power to 1,500 units for powerloom operators.

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 07, 2026

Mega Victory Forecast: Public Opinion & Post-Election Ground Reality in Madurantakam & Dharapuram | கள கருத்து கணிப்பு

King 360 Ground Survey: Comprehensive voter interviews and field pulse from all major panchayats in Madurantakam and Dharapuram post voting closure.

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 06, 2026

By-Election Wrap 2026: Who Will Win Maduranthakam & Dharapuram? | கள நிலவரம் என்ன? வெற்றி யாருக்கு?

Comprehensive post-polling review: Field reporters from Dharapuram and Maduranthakam present their final ground assessments on winning probabilities.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 03, 2026

Polimer News: CM Vijay Whirlwind Campaign Across 24 Villages in Maduranthakam Constituency | Mega Ground Impact

Polimer News exclusive report tracks Vijay's intensive 14-hour village outreach traversing 24 rural habitations in Maduranthakam, unveiling village-specific developmental charters for women and school students.

CAMP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 06, 2026

6 PM Final Voting Percentage Live: TN By-Election 2026 Full Turnout Report | நொடிக்கு நொடி அப்டேட்

Puthiya Thalaimurai Live: Official 6:00 PM voter turnout percentage across Maduranthakam and Dharapuram by-election booths, EVM transport, and security lockdown.

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 03, 2026

Galatta Voice Live: Vijay Mega Dharapuram Rally Draws Lakhs - Uncut Speeches & Drone Visuals | By-Poll 2026

Galatta Voice delivers high-definition live coverage and drone vistas of TVK President Vijay's colossal public meeting on the Amaravathi rivergrounds, addressing an ocean of over 1.5 lakh enthusiastic citizens.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 03, 2026

Maayam Studios Karthick MaayaKumar: By-Election Big Topic - Decisive Turning Point in Tamil Nadu Politics

In this signature "Big Topic" deep-dive, Karthick MaayaKumar unpacks the high-stakes narrative behind the 2026 by-elections, exploring how the showdown between DMK, AIADMK, and TVK sets the stage for the 2026 assembly battle.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Voter Turnout Dynamics & Constituency Priorities: Field Observer Rawther on 2026 By-Poll Verdict

Field observer and political analyst Rawther evaluates grassroots constituency voter turnout, welfare delivery expectations, and youth participation in the 2026 by-elections.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

2026 Tamil Nadu By-Poll Review: Nanjil Sampath Analyzes Campaign Narratives & Electoral Culture

Orator and political analyst Nanjil Sampath delivers an insightful breakdown of campaign rhetoric, ideological dialogues, and democratic engagement during the 2026 by-elections.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Agrarian Demands & Working-Class Expectations: CPI Leader Mu. Veerapandian on 2026 By-Poll Mandate

Communist Party of India (CPI) leader Mu. Veerapandian highlights the agrarian priorities, unorganized worker welfare, and grassroots policy expectations arising from the 2026 by-elections.

BJP Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Democratic Mandate & Governance Priorities 2026: Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan on By-Poll Insights

Senior political leader Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan shares analytical reflections on voter mobilization, democratic discourse, and regional developmental governance post-by-elections.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Tamil Nadu Political Dynamics 2026: Senior Analyst Trichy Velusamy Evaluates By-Election Mandate

Renowned political commentator Trichy Velusamy provides an analytical dissection of the 2026 by-election outcomes, examining shifting vote shares and long-term electoral dynamics.

DMK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 09, 2026

Dharapuram By-Election 2026: Ground Realities & Voter Sentiment Decoded in AC #101

An in-depth ground analysis of the Dharapuram (SC - AC #101) by-election, examining rural agrarian priorities, handloom weaver welfare, and electoral trends with senior political analyst Mani.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Maduranthakam MLA Interview 2026: Maragatham Kumaravel Outlines 100-Day Constituency Action Plan

Newly elected Maduranthakam legislator K. Maragatham Kumaravel shares her developmental vision, healthcare access plans, and farmer welfare focus for the Chengalpattu region.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Tamil Nadu By-Poll Victory 2026: CM Vijay & PMK Chief Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss Exchange Alliance Greetings

Chief Minister M. Vijay and PMK President Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss exchange warm congratulations following the successful dual-seat by-election outcome in Maduranthakam and Dharapuram.

AIADMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

AIADMK Statement on 2026 By-Poll Outcomes: EPS Emphasizes Grassroots Cadre Dedication & Future Roadmap

AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami issues an official statement on the 2026 Maduranthakam and Dharapuram by-election results, thanking party cadres and reaffirming focus on public welfare.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Tamil Nadu By-Election Results 2026: Historic Dual Victory for TVK & Shifting Assembly Numbers

A comprehensive review of the 2026 Tamil Nadu by-elections across Maduranthakam and Dharapuram, evaluating the impact on the 234-member legislative assembly and party strengths.

TVK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 09, 2026

Maduranthakam By-Election 2026: K. Maragatham Kumaravel Clinches Landslide Victory in AC #35

TVK candidate K. Maragatham Kumaravel wins the Maduranthakam (SC) seat by a decisive margin of +20,040 votes, delivering an emotional victory address dedicating the triumph to grassroots voters.

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 09, 2026

Dharapuram By-Election 2026: TVK's P. Sathyabama Receives Official Election Certificate (Form 20)

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam candidate P. Sathyabama formally receives her Certificate of Election (Form 20) in Dharapuram (SC), pledging dedicated public service and grassroots constituency development.

INC Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 04, 2026

Campaign Ends Today Evening Oct 04, 2026 6PM| Madurantakam & Dharapuram Bypolls Enter Silence Period

Campaign for Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly bypolls comes to an end at 6:00 PM on October 4; Election Commission directs outside cadres to leave and cancels vehicle permits ahead of voting on October 6.

TVK Dharapuram (#101) Oct 03, 2026

NewsTamil 24x7 Special: Dharapuram Powerloom Belt Ground Reality & Weavers Demands Ahead of By-Poll 2026

NewsTamil 24x7 field dispatch deep-dives into the economic demands of over 25,000 powerloom workers in Dharapuram, assessing manifestos of DMK, AIADMK, and TVK on yarn subsidies and electricity tariffs.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 03, 2026

Puthiya Thalaimurai Debate: 3-Way Triangular Battle in Dharapuram & Maduranthakam By-Elections | Nerkonda Paarvai

In a high-voltage Nerkonda Paarvai debate, Puthiya Thalaimurai analyses how the emergence of TVK as a formidable third pole disrupts traditional bipolar electoral formulas in Tamil Nadu assembly by-elections.

CAMP Dharapuram (#101) Oct 05, 2026

தாராபுரம் பிரச்சாரக் களம்: டீக்கடையில் சாமானிய மக்களுடன் இயல்பாக உரையாடிய தவெக நிர்வாகிகள்

இடைத்தேர்தல் தீவிரமடைந்துள்ள தாராபுரத்தில் எந்தவித ஆடம்பரமும் இன்றி உள்ளூர் உணவகத்தில் பொதுமக்களோடு அமர்ந்து தொகுதி பிரச்சினைகளை கேட்டறிந்த தவெக பிரச்சாரக் குழு.

DMK Maduranthakam (#35) Oct 03, 2026

Puthiya Thalaimurai Ground Report: Stalin vs Vijay vs EPS High Decibel Campaign Blitz in Chengalpattu Belt

Comprehensive visual reporting from Puthiya Thalaimurai comparing the simultaneous roadshow mobilizations of CM M.K. Stalin, TVK President Vijay, and AIADMK General Secretary EPS in Maduranthakam.

Archival Intelligence (1997 – 2024)

Tamil Nadu Assembly By-Elections Historical Archive

Historical casual vacancies, anti-defection triggers, landmark leadership re-elections, and by-poll trends across seven Legislative Assembly terms.

15th Assembly • 22 Constituencies

15th Assembly By-Elections (2019) • 22 Constituencies

Unprecedented 22 assembly by-elections held following the disqualification of 18 rebel AIADMK MLAs under the Tenth Schedule (Anti-Defection Law) and multiple vacancies.

Outcome
DMK won 13 seats, AIADMK won 9 seats. The victory allowed AIADMK to retain a simple majority in the House (123 seats).
AC # Constituency District Winning Candidate & Party Runner-Up Candidate & Party Victory Margin
#6 Poonamallee (SC) Thiruvallur A. Krishnaswamy (DMK) G. Vaithiyanathan (AIADMK) +60,096
#12 Perambur Chennai R. D. Sekar (DMK) R. S. Raajesh (AIADMK) +68,023
#33 Tiruporur Chengalpattu L. Idhayavarman (DMK) S. Arumugam (AIADMK) +21,013
#39 Sholinghur Ranipet G. Sampathu (AIADMK) A. Asokan (DMK) +16,056
#45 Gudiyatham (SC) Vellore S. Kathavarayan (DMK) R. Moorthy (AIADMK) +27,841
#47 Ambur Tirupathur A. C. Vilwanathan (DMK) J. Jyothi Ramalinga Raja (AIADMK) +37,767
#54 Hosur Krishnagiri S. A. Sathya (DMK) S. Jyothi Balakrishna (AIADMK) +23,213
#60 Pappireddipatti Dharmapuri A. Govindasamy (AIADMK) A. Mani (DMK) +18,493
#61 Harur (SC) Dharmapuri V. Sampathkumar (AIADMK) C. Vaiyapuri (DMK) +9,394
#131 Nilakkottai (SC) Dindigul S. Thenmozhi (AIADMK) C. Soundarapandian (DMK) +20,675
#168 Tiruvarur Tiruvarur K. Poondi Kalaivanan (DMK) R. Jeevanantham (AIADMK) +64,571
#174 Thanjavur Thanjavur T. K. G. Neelamegam (DMK) R. Gandhi (AIADMK) +39,980
#187 Manamadurai (SC) Sivaganga S. Nagarajan (AIADMK) Ilakkiyan (DMK) +8,194
#198 Andipatti Theni A. Maharajan (DMK) A. Logirajan (AIADMK) +12,323
#200 Periyakulam (SC) Theni K. S. Saravanakumar (DMK) M. Mayilvel (AIADMK) +20,320
#204 Sattur Virudhunagar M. S. R. Rajavarman (AIADMK) V. Srinivasan (DMK) +1,101
#209 Paramakudi (SC) Ramanathapuram N. Sadhan Prabhakar (AIADMK) S. Murugesan (DMK) +14,032
#214 Vilathikulam Thoothukudi P. Chinnappan (AIADMK) A. C. Jeyakumar (DMK) +28,554
#134 Aravakurichi Karur V. Senthil Balaji (DMK) V. V. Senthilnathan (AIADMK) +37,957
#190 Thiruparankundram Madurai P. Saravanan (DMK) S. Muniyandi (AIADMK) +2,396
#217 Ottapidaram (SC) Thoothukudi C. Shanmugaiah (DMK) P. Mohan (AIADMK) +19,657
#118 Sulur Coimbatore V. P. Kandasamy (AIADMK) Pongalur N. Palanisamy (DMK) +24,513
15th Assembly • J. Jayalalithaa Succession & Deferred Polls

15th Assembly By-Elections (2016 – 2017)

The famous RK Nagar by-election caused by the demise of Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, alongside deferred polls in Aravakurichi and Thanjavur.

Dr. Radhakrishnan Nagar (RK Nagar)

21 December 2017
Demise of sitting Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa on 5 December 2016
Winner: T. T. V. Dhinakaran (Independent - Cooker Symbol) (89,013 votes, 50.32%)
Runner-Up: E. Madhusudhanan (AIADMK)
Margin: +40,707 Turnout: 77.68%
💡 First Independent MLA to win a Tamil Nadu Assembly by-election in 16 years; led to the formal floating of AMMK.

Aravakurichi

19 November 2016
General election postponed by ECI due to rampant cash-for-votes distribution
Winner: V. Senthil Balaji (AIADMK) (88,068 votes, %)
Runner-Up: K. C. Palanisamy (DMK)
Margin: +23,661 Turnout: 81.92%

Thanjavur

19 November 2016
General election postponed by ECI
Winner: M. Rengasamy (AIADMK) (101,362 votes, %)
Runner-Up: Anjugam Boopathi (DMK)
Margin: +26,874 Turnout: 69.83%

Thiruparankundram

19 November 2016
Demise of elected MLA S. M. Seenivel before taking oath
Winner: A. K. Bose (AIADMK) (91,122 votes, %)
Runner-Up: P. Saravanan (DMK)
Margin: +22,670 Turnout: 70.36%
12th Assembly • Landmark Chief Ministerial Return

12th Assembly By-Elections (2002 – 2003) • Jayalalithaa Return to Power

Crucial constitutional by-polls that enabled J. Jayalalithaa to enter the Assembly and reassume the office of Chief Minister.

Andipatti

21 February 2002
Resignation of sitting MLA Thanga Tamil Selvan (AIADMK) to vacate seat for J. Jayalalithaa following her acquittal by the Madras High Court in TANSI land deal
Winner: J. Jayalalithaa (AIADMK) (78,437 votes)
Runner-Up: Vaigai Sekar (DMK)
Margin: +41,201 votes
🏛️ Paved the way for Jayalalithaa to take oath as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on 2 March 2002, succeeding interim CM O. Panneerselvam.

Saidapet

31 May 2002
Demise of DMK MLA V. P. Duraisamy
Winner: Radha Ravi (AIADMK)
Runner-Up: M. Subramanian (DMK)
Margin: +11,002 votes

Sathankulam

26 February 2003
Demise of Congress MLA S. S. Mani Nadar
Winner: L. Neelamegavarnam (AIADMK)
Runner-Up: A. Mahendran (INC)
Margin: +17,438 votes
13th Assembly • 8 Constituencies

13th Assembly By-Elections (2009 – 2010) • 8 Constituencies

Seat Date Winner Margin
Bargur 18 Aug 2009 K. R. K. Narasimhan (DMK) +37,303
Cumbum 18 Aug 2009 N. Ramakrishnan (DMK) +39,573
Ilayangudi 18 Aug 2009 Suba Mathiarasan (DMK) +42,449
Srivaikuntam 18 Aug 2009 M. B. Sudalaiyandi (INC) +21,136
Thondamuthur 18 Aug 2009 M. N. Kandaswamy (INC) +71,703
Tiruchendur 19 Dec 2009 Anitha R. Radhakrishnan (DMK) +46,861
Vandavasi (SC) 19 Dec 2009 Kamalakannan (DMK) +38,011
Pennagaram 27 Mar 2010 P. N. P. Inbasekaran (DMK) +36,048
11th & 13th Assemblies Historical Battles

Southern TN & Historic Terms

Seat Date Winner Margin
Madurai Central 11 Oct 2006 S. Syed Ghouse Basha (DMK) +31,085
Madurai West 26 June 2007 K. S. K. Rajendran (AIADMK) +31,115
Aruppukkottai 22 February 1998 Thamarai Kani (AIADMK) +3,200
Coonoor (SC) 22 February 1998 M. Ranganathan (DMK) +18,450
Nellikkuppam 17 February 2000 V. C. Shanmugam (DMK) +12,450
Tiruchirappalli II 17 February 2000 Anbil Periyasamy (DMK) +14,120

Assembly Vacancies Under Statutory Determination (Awaiting ECI Notification)

AC # Constituency District Status Former Member Reason & Statutory Provision
#141 Tiruchirappalli (East) Tiruchirappalli Vacant (Retained Perambur #12) C. Joseph Vijay (TVK) Dual Seat Retention Rule: Section 70 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 & Rule 91 of Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay opted to retain Perambur (#12).
#103 Perundurai Erode Vacant S. Jayakumar (AIADMK) Defected to TVK & Resigned: Article 190(3)(b) Resignation submitted to Assembly Speaker. By-poll notification pending from ECI.
#135 Pennagaram Dharmapuri Vacant G. K. Mani (PMK) Elected to Parliament (Lok Sabha): Article 101(2) Prohibition of Simultaneous Membership in Parliament and State Legislature.
#179 Viralimalai Pudukkottai Vacant Dr. C. Vijayabaskar (AIADMK) Resigned / Defected to TVK: Article 190(3)(b) Resignation accepted by the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly.
#225 Ambasamudram Tirunelveli Vacant E. Subaya (AIADMK) Resigned / Defected to TVK: 10th Schedule Anti-Defection Provisions & Article 191(2) Disqualification.

Constitutional & Legal Framework for Assembly By-Elections

Section 151A, RPA 1951

Mandates that by-elections to fill casual vacancies in Parliament and State Legislatures must be held within six months from the date of occurrence of the vacancy, unless the remainder of the member’s term is less than one year.

Article 191(2) & 10th Schedule

Disqualification of a member of the Legislative Assembly on grounds of defection if the member voluntarily gives up membership of the political party under whose banner they were elected.

Article 190(3)(b)

Provides that if a member of the Legislature of a State resigns their seat by writing addressed to the Speaker and the resignation is accepted, their seat shall thereupon become vacant.

Section 70, RPA 1951

Governs candidate election to more than one seat in an assembly. The candidate must opt for one seat within the prescribed statutory period, whereupon the other seat automatically falls vacant.

Article 101(2)

Bars simultaneous membership in both Parliament and a State Legislative Assembly. If an elected MLA assumes office as an MP, the state assembly seat automatically becomes vacant.

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