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Tamil Nadu Candidate Files Nomination with Basket of Coins, DMK Leaders Inspected

An independent candidate in Tamil Nadu's Jolarpet constituency filed his nomination by submitting his Rs 10,000 deposit entirely in coins carried in a basket. Meanwhile, election flying squads conducted vehicle inspections on DMK leaders, including Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi and MP Kanimozhi. The Election Commission has announced that Tamil Nadu will vote in a single phase on April 23, with results on May 4. The Model Code of Conduct is now active for the 234-seat assembly elections.

Key Points: TN Polls: Candidate Files Nomination with Coins, DMK Vehicles Checked

  • Unique nomination with coin basket
  • Flying squad inspects DMK leaders
  • Single-phase polls on April 23
  • Model Code of Conduct in effect
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Tamil Nadu polls: Independent candidate files nomination with 'basket of coins' in Tirupattur

Independent candidate Mohan Raj files nomination with Rs 10,000 in coins. Election flying squads inspect vehicles of DMK leaders Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi and Kanimozhi.

"submitting his deposit amount entirely in coins - Election Report"

Tirupattur, April 2

An independent candidate from the Jolarpet Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu filed his nomination in a unique manner on Thursday, drawing attention by submitting his deposit amount entirely in coins.

Mohan Raj (26), son of Ramamoorthy and a resident of Sunnambukuttai near Natrampalli, arrived at the Natrampalli Taluk Office carrying Rs 10,000 in coins neatly arranged in a basket. Accompanied by his friends and supporters, he submitted his nomination papers to Election Officer Murugesan.

The unusual gesture created a buzz among officials and onlookers present at the office, as candidates across the state continue to adopt distinctive methods to stand out during the nomination process ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections.

During the filing process, Mohan Raj also took an oath on the Constitution of India, affirming his commitment to abide by election rules and regulations.

Ahead of the upcoming assembly polls, the election flying squad officials on Thursday inspected vehicles of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leaders, including Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi and party MP Kanimozhi.

Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, the DMK candidate from the Thiruverumbur constituency, was intercepted by election officials while campaigning in various parts of his constituency. While travelling along the Thiruverumbur-Vengur road, the flying squad stopped his vehicle and carried out an inspection as part of routine monitoring during the election period.

In a separate incident in Sivaganga, a team of Election Commission flying squad officials, along with police personnel, conducted a check of Kanimozhi's vehicle. The inspection was carried out amid heightened vigilance to ensure compliance with election norms.

The 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 MCC came into effect immediately after ECI's announcement, with the initiation of the election process for the 234-member state assembly, whose current tenure ends on May 10.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While it's a fun story, I hope the flying squad is checking the big players with the same seriousness. The coin basket is harmless, but we need to ensure the real money power in elections is checked. Good to see them inspecting ministers' vehicles.
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Arjun K
Symbolic gesture, but will it translate to votes? Tamil Nadu politics is dominated by established parties. An independent candidate needs more than a basket of coins to make a dent. Still, respect for trying something different.
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Sarah B
The oath on the Constitution is the most important part of this story. That's what every candidate should focus on - their commitment to the rule of law and democratic values, not just gimmicks.
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Karthik V
Must have been a headache for the election officer to count all those coins! 🤣 On a serious note, the flying squad actions are crucial. Hope they maintain this vigilance across all parties without bias.
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Nisha Z
As a Tamilian, I appreciate the creativity, but we need to look beyond symbolism. What is his actual agenda for Jolarpet? Young candidates should lead with their ideas and manifesto, not just attention-grabbing acts.

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