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DMK-Congress Alliance Confident of Victory in Tamil Nadu Polls

Tamil Nadu Congress secretary Nivedith Alva has expressed strong confidence in the ruling DMK-led alliance's return to power in the upcoming state assembly elections. His statement follows Chief Minister MK Stalin's call for party workers to campaign with renewed intensity ahead of the April 23 polls. The Election Commission has announced a single-phase election, with the Model Code of Conduct now in effect across the state. The final electoral roll indicates over 5.6 crore voters are eligible to cast their ballots.

Key Points: DMK-Congress Alliance Eyes Tamil Nadu Poll Victory

  • DMK-Congress alliance confident of victory
  • Polls scheduled for April 23
  • Stalin urges party workers to intensify efforts
  • Model Code of Conduct in effect
  • Over 5.6 crore voters in Tamil Nadu
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DMK-led alliance set to return to power, says Tamil Nadu Congress secretary

Congress leader Nivedith Alva expresses confidence in the DMK-led alliance's return to power in Tamil Nadu under MK Stalin's leadership.

"Congress-DMK alliance is strong... this government will come back to power. - Nivedith Alva"

Chennai, March 18

Ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, Tamil Nadu Congress secretary Nivedith Alva exuded confidence in the victory of the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance in the state.

Speaking with ANI, Alva on Tuesday said that Congress' alliance with DMK was strong and would do its best in the assembly elections scheduled to be held on April 23.

"Congress-DMK alliance is strong, and we are going to put our best foot forward in the upcoming elections. We are confident that under the leadership of MK Stalin, Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, this government will come back to power," the Congress leader said.

His remarks come after Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday called on party leaders and workers to work with renewed intensity ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, asserting that the DMK must win in every constituency it contests.

Addressing district secretaries at the party headquarters, Stalin said the election schedule has now been announced and only a few weeks remain for campaigning.

"Yesterday, the election date was announced. Only 39 days remain until April 23. Our party has been leading the election work," he said, emphasising that the ruling DMK has gained strong public support through its welfare schemes and governance over the past five years.

Earlier, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, with counting of votes scheduled for May 4.

The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has come into effect immediately, with the initiation of the election process for the 234-member state assembly, whose current tenure ends on May 10.

Addressing a press conference in the national capital, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar stated that the last date for filing nominations is April 6. Scrutiny of nominations will be held on April 7, and the final date for withdrawal of candidatures is April 9.

Voting will take place across 2.19 lakh polling stations in four states and one Union Territory, with 25 lakh election officials deployed.

According to the final electoral roll for Tamil Nadu, the total electorate stands at 5,67,07,380, comprising 2,77,38,925 male voters, 2,89,60,838 female voters, and 7,617 third-gender voters. Among them, 12.51 lakh are aged 18-19 years, 4.63 lakh are persons with disabilities, and 3.99 lakh are senior citizens aged 85 and above.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Confidence is one thing, but the ground reality matters. The opposition AIADMK is also strong in many areas. It won't be a walkover. Voters will judge on development and local issues.
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Arjun K
The Model Code of Conduct is in place now. Let's hope for a clean, issue-based campaign focused on Tamil Nadu's future. No room for divisive politics. The high number of young voters is encouraging!
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Sarah B
As an observer, it's impressive to see the detailed electoral preparation with so many polling stations and officials. Democracy in action. The inclusion figures for PwD and senior citizens are a positive step.
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Karthik V
Stalin's call for workers to intensify efforts shows they are not taking anything for granted. The alliance's success will depend on local Congress candidates' performance too. They need to pull their weight.
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Meera T
While I respect the confidence, I hope the focus remains on Tamil Nadu's specific needs—water management, industrial growth, and preserving our cultural identity. The national leadership should support, not overshadow, the state's agenda.

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