Tamil Nadu assembly elections begin

The high-stakes election in Tamil Nadu has reached its conclusion following a 20-day campaign filled with populist promises and sharp rhetoric.

Key issues including civic infrastructure, water scarcity, and the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code have dominated the political discourse.

Election officials have seized a record Rs 1,262 crore in cash and drugs, highlighting the intensity of the contest.

The results will be a major test for the enduring appeal of Dravidian politics against the growing influence of national parties in southern India.