The nomination papers of those who expressed interest in contesting the Vikkaravandi by-election are being considered today.
As Vikravandi Constituency MLA The legendary Pugahendi passed away last April due to ill health. Following this, the block declared vacant.
It was announced that the election would be held on 10th of Jeel and immediately the rules of conduct of the election came into force. The nomination process started on June 14 and the nominations were received till June 21. This by-election DMK said that the DMK parties would boycott.
In this by-election, 16 nominations from various parties and 40 independents have filed nominations. In this case, the consideration of the nominations is taking place at the Vikravandi Taluk Office, the Vikravandi Assembly Election Office today. As tomorrow is the last day for Manukkal Vapes, the Election Commission will publish the final list of candidates this evening.