Wealth Disparity Among Candidates in Tamil Nadu Elections 2026
Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: Richest And Poorest Candidates | Affidavit Wealth Data Revealed
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As Tamil Nadu prepares for its assembly elections on April 23, 2026, a stark contrast emerges between the wealthiest and poorest candidates. Actor-turned-politician Vijay leads with assets over ₹603 crore while many independent candidates declare assets of ₹1,000 or less.
- 01Actor Vijay, head of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is the wealthiest candidate with assets over ₹603 crore.
- 02Udhayanidhi Stalin, DMK leader, has declared assets worth ₹20.64 crore.
- 03Aadhav Arjuna, another TVK candidate, has assets of ₹197.52 crore.
- 04Many independent candidates report minimal assets, with some declaring as low as ₹1,000.
- 05Polling is scheduled for April 23, with results to be counted on May 4.
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As Tamil Nadu gears up for the assembly elections on April 23, 2026, a financial disparity among candidates has come to light. The richest candidate is Vijay, the actor-turned-politician and chief of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), who has declared assets exceeding ₹603 crore. His wealth includes significant bank deposits and luxury vehicles. Following him is Aadhav Arjuna, another TVK candidate, with assets worth ₹197.52 crore. The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is represented by Udhayanidhi Stalin, who has declared assets of ₹20.64 crore, significantly more than his father, Chief Minister MK Stalin. Conversely, many independent candidates are struggling financially, with some reporting assets of merely ₹1,000 or less. The elections will determine the political landscape in Tamil Nadu, where the DMK aims for a consecutive term against the AIADMK-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the debuting TVK.
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The financial profiles of candidates may influence voter perceptions and decisions during the elections.
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