The Indian National Congress has finalized its list of candidates for 27 out of 28 constituencies in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Among the retained candidates is Tharahai Cuthbert, the only woman MLA, who has been shifted from Vilavancode to Colachel. The party's list includes V. Shrinithi Naidu, who previously contested from Udumalaipettai on a different ticket, but her nomination has faced local protests. Congress leaders K. Selvaperunthagai and S. Rajeshkumar have retained their seats in Sriperumbudur and Killiyoor, respectively. New candidates like G.K.M. Tamil Kumaran will contest in Pennagaram, despite opposition from senior leaders. The party is yet to announce its candidate for Melur, reflecting ongoing internal disputes. Criticism has emerged from Congress MP S. Jothimani, who accused party leaders of neglecting the sentiments of influential communities in the region, particularly the Kongu Vellala Gounder and Arunthathiyar communities. This discontent highlights potential challenges for the Congress as it approaches the elections.