Chennai sees 419 candidates compete in 16 constituencies, with Perambur having the most contenders

tamil.oneindia.com (Tamil)

Chennai has 419 candidates contesting across 16 constituencies. The Perambur constituency, where TVK leader Vijay is running, has the most candidates. A total of 7,599 nominations were filed statewide for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. After scrutiny and withdrawals, 4,630 candidates remain in the final list. The elections will be held on April 23rd in a single phase. Ballot paper printing begins today for the electronic voting machines.


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