The entry of actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam adds a new dimension to the traditional two-party contest in Tamil Nadu. The Tamil Nadu Assembly elections were held on April 23, 2026, with a remarkable voter turnout of 85.1% resulting in approximately 4.8 crore votes polled.
Key statistics:
- The total voter turnout was 85.1%, significantly high compared to previous elections.
- Approximately 1.25 lakh security personnel were deployed for the counting process.
- Counting of votes began at 8 a.m. on May 4, 2026.
The DMK, led by Chief Minister MK Stalin, is seeking a second consecutive term, while the AIADMK has allied with the BJP for this election. The TVK is a new entrant, spearheaded by C. Joseph Vijay, which complicates the electoral landscape.
Exit polls predict that DMK+ could secure between 92-110 seats, while TVK is expected to win between 98-120 seats and AIADMK+ between 22-32 seats. For context, the DMK secured 133 seats in the previous assembly elections in 2021.
High voter turnout has historically influenced results in Tamil Nadu, making it crucial to analyze its impact on the current election trends. The DMK is banking on its governance and welfare schemes to retain power, whereas the Opposition alliance aims to consolidate anti-incumbency votes against them.
The Phalodi Satta Bazar predicts that DMK could secure around 141-144 seats, indicating strong support for their initiatives amidst fierce competition from new political players like TVK.
The final results of the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election are set to be announced later today, May 4, 2026.
