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BJP Demands 30-35 Seats in TN Polls, Gives AIADMK 72-Seat Wishlist

The BJP's Tamil Nadu unit has formally submitted a list of 72 Assembly constituencies to ally AIADMK as part of seat-sharing talks for the 2026 elections. The party has expressed interest in directly contesting 30 to 35 of these seats under the NDA arrangement. The wish list includes prominent urban seats in Chennai like Thousand Lights and T. Nagar, as well as constituencies in districts like Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram. Final seat allocation will depend on negotiations with the AIADMK leadership as both major alliances accelerate preparations for the high-stakes polls.

Key Points: BJP Seeks 30-35 Seats in Tamil Nadu Alliance with AIADMK

  • BJP submits 72-seat list to AIADMK
  • Seeks to contest 30-35 seats directly
  • List includes key urban Chennai constituencies
  • Seat-sharing talks intensify for 2026 polls
  • Final allocation depends on AIADMK negotiations
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TN polls: BJP wants 30-35 seats, gives AIADMK 72-seat list

BJP submits list of 72 constituencies to AIADMK for seat-sharing in 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, aiming to contest 30-35 seats.

"The BJP's demand for 30-35 seats reflects its ambition to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu - Party insiders"

Chennai, Feb 24

The Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday formally submitted a list of 72 Assembly constituencies to the AIADMK as part of seat-sharing discussions for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

According to sources, the BJP has expressed interest in directly contesting between 30 and 35 of these seats under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) arrangement.

The list was handed over to AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami by BJP State president Nainar Nagenthran and Union Minister and the party's election in-charge for Tamil Nadu, Piyush Goyal, during a meeting held in Chennai.

The AIADMK is a key constituent of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in Tamil Nadu, with the alliance having been reaffirmed ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.

With the polls drawing closer, both major fronts in the State have intensified seat-sharing negotiations. While discussions within the DMK-led alliance are said to be progressing steadily, the NDA has now formally initiated its internal allocation process.

Sources indicated that the BJP's wish list includes prominent urban constituencies in Chennai such as Thousand Lights, T. Nagar, and Velachery. In neighbouring districts, the party has sought seats, including Tiruttani and Avadi in Tiruvallur district, and Kancheepuram and Thalli.

The list reportedly also features constituencies such as Alangulam and Tenkasi in the southern belt.

Also, the BJP is believed to have shown interest in contesting seats such as Tiruvannamalai, Singanallur, Aravakurichi, Palani, Vilavancode, and Nagercoil, where it expects to secure significant vote shares based on its recent electoral performance and organisational presence.

Party insiders suggest that the BJP's demand for 30-35 seats reflects its ambition to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu, particularly in regions where it has made incremental gains in recent elections.

The final allocation, however, will depend on negotiations with the AIADMK leadership and the overall alliance strategy.

With both the DMK-led alliance and the NDA accelerating preparations, the coming days are expected to witness intense bargaining and strategic calculations as Tamil Nadu gears up for a high-stakes electoral battle in 2026.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Finally! BJP is showing serious intent in Tamil Nadu politics. Their work at the grassroots in urban areas is visible. Contesting seats like Thousand Lights and Velachery makes perfect sense. 🚀
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Karthik V
As a Tamilian, I just want a stable government that focuses on development and jobs. Whether it's DMK or NDA, their seat-sharing drama shouldn't overshadow the real issues facing our state.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the national party's strategy unfold. The list seems well-researched, targeting areas of growth. The 2026 battle is shaping up to be very competitive.
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Arun Y
EPS (AIADMK) holds the key. He must ensure the alliance gets a winning combination. Giving too many seats to a junior partner could backfire. Alliance arithmetic is tricky!
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Nisha Z
Good move by BJP. They have been steadily building their presence. In places like Nagercoil and Tiruvannamalai, they have a genuine chance. This will make the elections more interesting for sure! 💪

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