Tamil Nadu election 2026: Amaravathi sugar mill revival, drinking water issues dominate in Madathukulam constituency

Farmers in the Madathukulam Assembly constituency are demanding the revival of the Amaravathi Cooperative Sugar Mill to support sugarcane cultivation and ensure stable returns. The mill's decline in crushing capacity has led to farmers selling their produce at lower prices, with concerns over inadequate drinking water supply and a lack of tourism development also persisting. The constituency, which is predominantly rural and reliant on agriculture, faces challenges including poor infrastructure and limited access to essential services for its tribal communities.