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Tamil Nadu Votes: DMK Minister TRB Rajaa Predicts State Victory Over Delhi

Tamil Nadu Industries Minister TRB Rajaa cast his vote in Tiruvarur, declaring Tamil Nadu would win the "battle against Delhi." Chief Minister MK Stalin also voted in Chennai, urging all citizens to fulfil their democratic duty. The election sees a key contest between the DMK-led alliance and the AIADMK-led NDA, with actor Vijay's TVK party entering as a potential third force. Polling for all 234 seats is being held in a single phase, with initial turnout at 17.69% by 9 AM.

Key Points: Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: DMK's TRB Rajaa Casts Vote

  • High voter turnout with long queues
  • Greater participation of women voters
  • Main contest between DMK & AIADMK-led alliances
  • Actor Vijay's party TVK makes electoral debut
  • Voting concludes at 6 PM, counting on May 4
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"Tamil Nadu will win this battle against Delhi": DMK's TRB Rajaa after casting a vote

Tamil Nadu Industries Minister TRB Rajaa votes, predicts state's victory over Delhi. CM MK Stalin urges voter turnout as state records 17.69% polling by 9 AM.

"In this battle between Tamil Nadu and Delhi, Tamil Nadu will certainly win. - TRB Rajaa"

Tiruvarur, April 23

Tamil Nadu Industries Minister TRB Rajaa on Thursday cast his vote along with his family at the Panchayat Union Middle School in his native village, Thalikottai, Mannargudi Assembly constituency.

Long queues of voters were seen at polling stations across Tamil Nadu as Assembly elections are underway.

Speaking after voting, Rajaa said,"In this battle between Tamil Nadu and Delhi, Tamil Nadu will certainly win. Compared to the 2024 elections, there is a greater surge of participation among women in this election, owing to the schemes introduced by Dravidian leader Stalin."

According to approximate voter turnout figures till 9 am, Tamil Nadu recorded 17.69 per cent polling, while West Bengal registered 18.76 per cent in Phase 1 of voting.

Earlier in the day, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin said that Tamil Nadu will win as he exercised his right to vote at the polling station in Chennai, urging people to do the same.

"Just like I exercised my right, everyone must fulfil their democratic duty, it is important...Tamil Nadu will win," he said.

Along with CM, his wife Durga Stalin, Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin and other family members cast a vote at a polling station in Chennai on Thursday.

Udhayanidhi Stalin's wife Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi said, "Just come out and vote. I have been doing this for the last 25 years. My son is voting for the first time."

Meanwhile, Polling for the Assembly elections began in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal (Phase 1) amid tight security on Thursday. The voting will conclude at 6:00 pm today in both states.

The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections are being held in a single phase today, while West Bengal will witness two phases of polling in the Assembly elections 2026, with the second phase scheduled to take place on April 29. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.

Polling is being held for 234 Assembly constituencies across Tamil Nadu.

The main contest is expected between the DMK-led alliance, which includes the Indian National Congress, DMDK and VCK, and the National Democratic Alliance led by AIADMK with BJP and PMK as allies.

With the DMK banking on its welfare record, the AIADMK-led NDA is fighting for a comeback.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay is also set to make his electoral debut with his party TVK, which could turn the contest into a three-way fight.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
Why frame this as a battle against Delhi? We are one country. This divisive language from ministers is not helpful. We should focus on which alliance has the better vision for Tamil Nadu's future, not on creating an "us vs them" narrative. 🤔
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Arun Y
As a Chennai resident, I voted today. The queues were long but moved fast. The real battle is for Tamil Nadu's identity and fiscal autonomy. The DMK has done well, but the entry of Vijay's TVK adds an interesting twist. May the best team win! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
Watching from the US, it's inspiring to see such democratic participation. The focus on women voters is particularly commendable. Hope the elected government works for all sections of society.
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Karthik V
Voted in Coimbatore this morning. The "battle" rhetoric is just political talk. For us common people, the issues are jobs, water, and infrastructure. Whichever party comes, they must deliver on these. The welfare schemes are good, but sustainable growth is key.
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Meera T
Proud to see my state exercising its franchise peacefully. The Dravidian model has its merits, but accountability is crucial. The high turnout shows people are engaged. Let's respect the verdict on May 4th. 🙏

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