TVK Candidate Accuses DMK of Cash Distribution for Votes in Villivakkam
TVK candidate Aadhav Arjuna alleges distribution of ₹10,000 cash for votes by DMK in Villivakkam constituency
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Aadhav Arjuna, the candidate for the Thamizhaga Vivasayigal Katchi (TVK) party in Villivakkam, Chennai, has filed a complaint alleging that members of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party are distributing ₹10,000 in cash to voters in exchange for votes. This incident raises concerns about electoral integrity in the region.
- 01Aadhav Arjuna, TVK candidate, filed a complaint with the Chennai District Election Office.
- 02He alleges that DMK candidate Karthik Mohan is distributing ₹10,000 cash to voters.
- 03The complaint includes involvement from DMK members and local councillors.
- 04The incident occurred in the Villivakkam constituency, Chennai.
- 05This allegation highlights potential electoral malpractice in Tamil Nadu.
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Aadhav Arjuna, the Thamizhaga Vivasayigal Katchi (TVK) candidate for the Villivakkam constituency in Chennai, has raised serious allegations against the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party. On April 13, 2026, he submitted a complaint to the Chennai District Election Office, claiming that DMK candidate Karthik Mohan was involved in distributing ₹10,000 in cash to each voter. Arjuna stated that this distribution was facilitated by local Corporation councillor K.P. Jain of ward 94 and DMK ward 97 Area Secretary Vasu. This incident brings to light concerns regarding the integrity of the electoral process in Tamil Nadu, especially as elections approach. The complaint has been filed amid ongoing scrutiny of electoral practices in the region.
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If proven true, these allegations could undermine the electoral process and affect voter trust in the upcoming elections.
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