T.N. Assembly election: Thirumavalavan opts out of Assembly race, says decision taken to protect DMK-led front
Thol. Thirumavalavan, president of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), announced he will not contest the 2026 Assembly election from Kattumannarkoil, reversing his earlier decision. He cited concerns about misrepresentation and potential weakening of the DMK-led alliance as reasons for the change in strategy. The VCK has nominated Jothimani, son of anti-caste leader L. Elayaperumal, to represent the seat.
29 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
Thol. Thirumavalavan, founder of VCK, announced his candidacy for the Kattumannarkovil (SC) Assembly seat, marking his final election bid.
31 MAR 2026
— The Hindu
Thol. Thirumavalavan, VCK president, returned to the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections despite initial disappointment, citing concerns about the BJP potentially disrupting the DMK alliance.
4 APR 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
The VCK president reversed his decision to run for the 2026 Assembly election from Kattumannarkoil, citing concerns about the alliance's strength.
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