Bypolls In Two Tamil Nadu Assembly Seats On Oct 6: Can Vijay Help TVK Increase Its Tally?

News india Bypolls In Two Tamil Nadu Assembly Seats On Oct 6: Can Vijay Help TVK Increase Its Tally?Last Updated:September 07, 2026, 18:41 ISTThe last date for filing nominations is September 16, while candidates can withdraw their nominations until September 19.Rapid ReadSummarized by AI.+Got Question about the News?The bypolls will provide a crucial electoral test for Vijay and TVK. While the actor has built significant political visibility, converting that support into electoral victories will be a different challenge. (Photo: PTI file)Tamil Nadu Bypoll: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced bypolls for two vacant Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu, with voting scheduled for October 6 and counting of votes on October 9.The bypolls will be held in Madurantakam in Chengalpattu district and Dharapuram in Tiruppur district. The seats fell vacant after AIADMK MLAs Maragatham Kumaravel and P Sathyabama resigned from the Assembly.Recommended Stories'Some Magic Will Happen': TVK MLA Says Rahul Gandhi Will Make Vijay PM In 2029'If Women Are Insulted, Law Will Take Action': Vijay Amid Row Over Remarks On Trisha‘Vijay For PM’ Chorus Grows: Did TVK Chief Ever Promise To Back Rahul Gandhi’s Prime Minister Bid?Vijay Backs Rahul Gandhi As PM Candidate, Claims Congress, Dismisses Alliance Rift SpeculationThe last date for filing nominations is September 16, while candidates can withdraw their nominations until September 19.The two bypolls come at a politically significant time, particularly for actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which could face its first electoral test since his party assumed a more prominent role in Tamil Nadu politics.Five More Seats Remain VacantFive other Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu — Perundurai, Karur, Viralimalai, Ambasamudram and Tiruchirappalli (East) — are currently vacant following resignations.However, bypolls to these five seats have not been announced.Last month, the Madras High Court extended its interim stay on notifying bypolls in the five constituencies until September 8. The Election Commission had earlier informed the court that it would not announce elections to these seats until pending election petitions concerning the constituencies were decided.The stay remains in place as petitions challenging the election results in these constituencies are pending before the court.Why Tamil Nadu Bypolls Matter For Vijay’s TVKVijay had contested from two constituencies — Perambur and Tiruchirappalli (East) — and retained the Perambur seat before resigning from Tiruchirappalli (East). Following his resignation, TVK’s Assembly strength currently stands at 107.The upcoming bypolls could therefore become an important opportunity for TVK to increase its numbers in the Assembly. However, it remains unclear who the party will field from Madurantakam and Dharapuram, particularly as TVK is in alliance with the Congress and Left parties.Any decision on seat-sharing and candidates will be closely watched as the alliance partners seek to balance their electoral ambitions ahead of the next Assembly election.Also Read | MK Stalin To Contest Trichy East Bypoll? DMK Panel Passes Special ResolutionCan Vijay Turn Popularity Into seats?The bypolls will provide a crucial electoral test for Vijay and TVK. While the actor has built significant political visibility, converting that support into electoral victories will be a different challenge.A win in either constituency would give TVK an immediate boost and strengthen Vijay’s position within the alliance. A stronger Assembly tally could also help the party build momentum in the upcoming electoral battles.With polling set for October 6, the focus will now shift to candidate selection, alliance negotiations and whether Vijay’s party can translate its political momentum into an actual electoral gain. News18 NewsletterHandpicked stories, in your inboxA newsletter with the best of our journalismQuick AnswersPowered byAsk News18The Election Commission of India announced that voting for the bypolls in Madurantakam and Dharapuram constituencies will take place on October 6, with vote counting on October 9.Powered byAsk News18About the AuthorSaurabh VermaChief Sub-EditorSaurabh Verma is a Chief Sub-Editor at News18.com, specializing in Indian politics, national current affairs, and breaking global news. With years of experience tracking power shifts, election strateg...Read MoreLocation : First Published:September 07, 2026, 18:32 ISTDisclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.Loading comments...Read More