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🗳️ Manapparai Election 2026 – Candidate Overview
🔶 TVK Candidate – Manapparai
R. Kathiravan from Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is gaining attention as the party makes its electoral debut under the leadership of actor-turned-politician Vijay.
His campaign mainly focuses on:
- Youth engagement
- Anti-corruption initiatives
- Fresh political approach
🔷 DMK Alliance Candidate – Manapparai
Abdul Samad, representing Manithaneya Makkal Katchi (MMK), is expected to contest with the support of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) alliance.
Key highlights:
- Strong minority voter base
- Backed by DMK alliance strength
- Ground-level political influence
👉 Additionally, major parties like All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) and Indian National Congress are also expected to make the contest more competitive.
🔴 AIADMK Candidate – Manapparai
For the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) has officially announced its candidate:
- Candidate: P.L. Vijayakumar
- Constituency: Manapparai (Tiruchirappalli District)
- Party: AIADMK
- Announcement Date: March 27, 2026
- Source: AIADMK Second Candidate List
🟢 NTK Candidate – Manapparai
Arunagiri (அருணகிரி) has been presented as the candidate for Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) in the Manapparai constituency.
- Candidate: Arunagiri
- Party: Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK)
- Constituency: Manapparai (Tiruchirappalli District)
Manapparai Election News 2026 Candidate Update

