As the 2026 Assembly elections approach, the Perambalur constituency in Tamil Nadu is grappling with significant unmet expectations from voters. Agriculture is a critical issue, with farmers facing challenges such as fluctuating incomes and water scarcity. In the 2021 elections, M. Prabhakaran of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) won against R. Tamilselvan of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) by over 31,000 votes. The AIADMK has re-nominated Tamilselvan, who previously won in 2011 and 2016, while the DMK has fielded S.D. Jayalakshmi. Farmers are particularly concerned about the prices of maize, which are currently around ₹1,900 per quintal, below the Minimum Support Price of ₹2,400. Similar issues are seen in shallot cultivation, where prices have plummeted from ₹40 per kg last year to ₹13 per kg. Additionally, drinking water scarcity persists, prompting the initiation of a new combined drinking water supply scheme. Long-standing demands for a medical college and railway connectivity remain unmet, further impacting local development. As the elections draw near, the effectiveness of candidates in addressing these issues will likely influence voter decisions.