149 Candidates Nominate for Upcoming Assembly Elections in Salem and Namakkal Districts

Original: 149 candidates file nomination in Salem and Namakkal districts

The Hindu•Apr 4, 20261 min

In a Nutshell

On April 4, 2026, a total of 149 candidates submitted their nominations for the Assembly elections in Salem and Namakkal districts, Tamil Nadu, India. The elections are scheduled for April 23, 2026, with nominations having begun on March 30, 2026.

Key Points

01149 candidates filed nominations in Salem and Namakkal districts.
02The Assembly elections are set for April 23, 2026.
0399 candidates nominated in Salem district, with various constituencies represented.
0450 candidates nominated in Namakkal district across several constituencies.
05Candidates from multiple political parties participated in the nomination process.

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Full Summary

On April 4, 2026, a total of 149 candidates filed their nominations for the upcoming Assembly elections in Salem and Namakkal districts of Tamil Nadu, India. The nomination process began on March 30, 2026, and will continue until the elections scheduled for April 23, 2026. In Salem district, 99 candidates submitted their nominations across various constituencies, including 19 in Salem West and 14 in Salem North. In Namakkal district, 50 candidates filed their nominations, with 18 in Tiruchengode and 9 in Paramathi Velur. Candidates from several political parties, including the AIADMK, DMK, and PMK, participated in the nomination process, indicating a competitive election ahead.