Tamil Nadu election 2026: Salt pan workers indignant about lack of better amenities in Thoothukudi constituency

The Thoothukudi Assembly Constituency, known as the Pearl City, faces persistent issues despite recent improvements in civic amenities. Residents complain about traffic congestion, lack of toilet facilities at salt pans, indiscriminate waste dumping into Puckle Canal, and water stagnation during monsoon. Salt pan workers, particularly women, demand improved safety gear usage and construction of toilets at their workplaces. Thoothukudi Corporation, facing pressure from residents, is undertaking a project to widen the Puckle canal to manage rainwater effectively. The constituency's upcoming election features a direct contest between the AIADMK and DMK.