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NDA Finalizes Puducherry Seat Pact: AINRC Gets 16, BJP 10 for April Polls

The ruling NDA alliance in Puducherry has finalized its seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming April 9 Assembly elections. The All India N R Congress (AINRC) will contest 16 seats, while the BJP will fight from 10 constituencies, with allies AIADMK and LJK getting two each. Meanwhile, the opposition Congress has formed a committee to discuss a potential alliance and seat-sharing with the DMK. The election results for the 30-member assembly will be declared on May 4.

Key Points: Puducherry NDA Seat-Sharing: AINRC 16, BJP 10 for Assembly Election

  • Seat-sharing pact finalized for April 9 Assembly polls
  • AINRC to contest 16 constituencies, BJP 10
  • AIADMK & LJK get 2 seats each
  • Congress forms committee for DMK alliance talks
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Puducherry polls: NDA reaches seat-sharing agreement; AINRC to contest on 16 seats, BJP on 10

NDA seals Puducherry seat deal for April 9 polls. AINRC to contest 16 seats, BJP 10. Congress forms panel for DMK alliance talks.

"NDA rule in Puducherry is once again assured. - Puducherry BJP on X"

Puducherry, March 20

The ruling National Democratic Alliance parties in Puducherry on Friday reached a seat-sharing agreement, with the All India N R Congress set to contest in 16 constituencies and the BJP on 10 seats in the April 9 Assembly elections.

According to the BJP, NDA partners AIADMK and Latchiya Jananayaga Katchi (LJK) will contest on two seats each.

Chief Minister and NR Congress leader, N Rangasamy, after meeting Union Minister and BJP leader Mansukh Mandaviya, confirmed to continue their alliance with the BJP in the Union Territory.

Earlier today, Puducherry BJP in an X post announced, "NDA rule in Puducherry is once again assured. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, along with NR Congress leader N Rangasamy and our State President VP Ramalingame, have successfully concluded the seat-sharing agreement."

Meanwhile, in the Opposition camp, the Puducherry Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) on March 6 formed a seven-member committee to hold formal discussions with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) regarding alliance matters and also to deliberate on seat-sharing arrangements for the elections.

The decision was taken during a meeting of the Political Executive Committee (PEC) of the PPCC held at the party office in Puducherry.

The Union Territory of Puducherry is all set to hold the 2026 Assembly Election on April 9 in a single phase, with counting of votes scheduled to take place on May 4.

The current term of the 30-member Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory is set to expire on June 15.

In the 2021 Puducherry Assembly Elections, AINRC emerged as the largest party with 10 seats, followed by DMK with six seats, while BJP and Congress won six seats each. The voter turnout was recorded at 84.8 per cent.

While in the 2016 elections, Congress had secured a majority with 15 seats, AINRC won eight seats, AIADMK bagged four seats, and DMK got two seats, with voter turnout at 83.6 per cent.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
AINRC getting 16 seats shows they are the senior partner here. Rangasamy saab has managed to keep his hold. But BJP with 10 is a strong number too. Interesting to see how the opposition Congress-DMK tie-up shapes up now.
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Arun Y
With due respect, I hope this seat-sharing is based on winnability and ground work, not just political convenience. Last time the mandate was fractured. Voters need a stable government that works on infrastructure and tourism.
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Sarah B
Following Puducherry politics from afar. The high voter turnout (over 84%!) is truly impressive and puts many larger democracies to shame. Hope the election focuses on local UT issues like water and waste management.
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Karthik V
The BJP's growth from 6 seats to contesting 10 is notable. They are clearly expanding their base in the union territory. But the real fight will be the opposition unity. If Congress and DMK get their act together, it could be close.
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Meera T
As a resident, my main concern is not which party wins which seat, but whether the new MLA will be accessible. We need better roads, regular water supply, and support for local fishermen and traders. Please focus on that! 🙏

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