Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Difficult terrain, language barriers slow poll outreach in hills in Erode district

Political parties face challenges in reaching voters in the hilly regions of the Bhavanisagar Assembly constituency due to difficult terrain, language barriers, and limited transportation. With 64,721 electors residing in Thalavadi and Kadambur hills, where nearly two-thirds are Kannada-speaking, parties have implemented strategies like translating campaign materials and relying on local cadres for outreach. Despite these efforts, campaigning is slower in the hills compared to the plains, with parties reaching fewer voters due to logistical constraints and weather conditions.