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Vijay's TVK Gears Up For Tamil Nadu Polls, Set To Release Manifesto

The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor Vijay, is ramping up preparations for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The party will release its election manifesto on February 27 and has already shortlisted three potential candidates for each of the 234 constituencies. Speculation is high that party founder Vijay will contest from the Vedaranyam constituency, a competitive seat currently held by the AIADMK. With its organizational groundwork nearly complete, TVK aims to make a significant impact in its first major electoral battle.

Key Points: TVK's Election Strategy: Manifesto & Candidate List Revealed

  • Manifesto release on Feb 27
  • Candidates shortlisted for all 234 seats
  • 80% candidates are district secretaries
  • Vijay likely to contest from Vedaranyam
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TVK steps up poll preparations, set to release manifesto on Feb 27

Actor Vijay's TVK intensifies poll prep, to release manifesto Feb 27. Candidate shortlists for 234 seats & speculation on Vijay's Vedaranyam contest.

"Vijay is likely to contest from Vedaranyam in Nagapattinam district. - reliable sources"

Chennai, Feb 19

With the Assembly elections approaching, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, has intensified its preparations, signalling a serious and structured entry into the electoral fray.

The party is set to release its election manifesto on February 27, and organisational groundwork is already in full swing.

According to party sources, the leadership has initiated the process of identifying candidates for all 234 Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu. As part of the preliminary exercise, three potential candidates have reportedly been shortlisted for each constituency.

Nearly 80 per cent of those in the tentative list are said to be district secretaries, reflecting the party's emphasis on rewarding grassroots organisers and strengthening its local base. In addition to district-level leaders, names of key state functionaries and prominent administrators have also been included in the shortlist.

Political observers note that this indicates a balanced strategy combining organisational loyalty with administrative experience.

Speculation is rife over some high-profile constituencies. In Villivakkam, the party is reportedly considering the son of a former AIADMK MLA who recently joined TVK. In Kolathur, a well-known industrialist is said to be in contention. In the Tenkasi district, the son of a prominent theatre owner from Alangulam constituency and a former MLA from Vasudevanallur are also likely to be fielded as candidates.

However, the biggest point of discussion in Tamil Nadu's political circles remains Vijay's own constituency. While the party has maintained official silence, reliable sources suggest that Vijay is likely to contest from Vedaranyam in Nagapattinam district.

Vedaranyam is currently represented by O.S. Manian of the AIADMK, a former Minister. In the last election, the DMK candidate narrowly lost in the constituency, making it a politically competitive seat.

The constituency has a significant population of fishermen and farmers, both of whom are seen as key voter blocs. Recent internal surveys reportedly indicate that Vijay stands a strong chance of winning if he contests from Vedaranyam. As a result, political insiders believe that an official announcement confirming his candidature from the constituency may not be far away.

With its manifesto release imminent and candidate selection nearing completion, TVK appears determined to make a decisive impact in its first full-scale Assembly battle.

- IANS

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Priya S
Vedaranyam is a smart choice for Vijay. It's a competitive seat with a mix of communities. If he can address the concerns of fishermen and farmers effectively, he has a real shot. But he needs to be visible there, not just a star candidate. Hope he does more than just helicopter visits.
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Arjun K
The mix of loyal organisers and experienced administrators sounds promising on paper. But including sons of former MLAs and industrialists so early? Feels a bit like old wine in a new bottle. TVK needs to prove it's truly different, not just another party with family politics.
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Sarah B
As an observer from outside TN, this is fascinating. An actor with massive popularity building a party structure from the ground up. The manifesto release will be the real test - will it have concrete policies or just populist promises? The candidate shortlisting seems very organized.
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Meera T
My family is from Nagapattinam district. Everyone is talking about Vijay possibly contesting from Vedaranyam. The fishermen community here has many unresolved issues regarding their livelihoods. If his manifesto addresses these with solid plans, not just sympathy, he will get strong support.
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David E
The strategy of having three potential candidates per constituency is interesting. It creates internal competition and allows the party to pick the strongest closer to the election. Shows they are thinking strategically, not just relying on Vijay's star power. Looking forward to the manifesto.

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