Cashew hub to witness high-stakes battle between AIADMK and VCK
The upcoming election in Panruti, Tamil Nadu's cashew capital, is a high-stakes battle between K. Mohan of the AIADMK and Abdul Rahman of the VCK. T. Velmurugan, former MLA who won the seat on a DMK-led alliance ticket in 2021, has withdrawn from the race. The election will be closely watched as Vanniyars and Dalits, significant voter groups, decide the outcome. The cashew industry in Panruti faces challenges including inadequate infrastructure and pollution issues. The election's results could significantly impact the future of the cashew processing sector in the region.
24 APR 2026
— The Hindu
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— The Hindu
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— The Hindu
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