The Harbour constituency has been won by DMK, adding to the party’s tally in Chennai and maintaining its presence in core urban regions.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Harbour Result — DMK Wins
A supporter holds a shirt printed with a portrait of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay during vote tabulation on the day of Assembly election results, in Chennai, Monday (PTI Photo)Tamil Nadu (TN) Election Results 2026: The TN Assembly Election Results 2026 are now almost fully declared, with actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) emerging as the single-largest party, winning over 100 seats. The ruling DMK has secured just over 50 seats, while AIADMK trails further behind, marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026 Winners: Constituency-Wise, Seat-Wise Full List
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Vijay’s TVK, positioning itself as a ‘non-Dravidian alternative’, has disrupted the long-standing dominance of DMK and AIADMK. The party’s ideology—focused on social justice, an egalitarian society, and a dual-language policy (Tamil and English)—has resonated with voters seeking a new political direction in Tamil Nadu.
The majority mark in the 234-member Assembly is 118 seats, and TVK’s strong performance has brought it close to forming the government. In contrast, the 2021 Assembly elections saw the DMK win 133 seats, comfortably forming the government, while AIADMK secured 66 seats.
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Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Chepauk–Thiruvallikeni Result — DMK Wins
The Chepauk–Thiruvallikeni seat has been retained by the DMK, continuing its hold in this key constituency.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Salem South Result — TVK Wins
The Salem South constituency has been won by TVK, reflecting the party’s reach in western Tamil Nadu as well.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Madurai Central Result — TVK Wins
TVK has secured victory in Madurai Central, extending its strong performance beyond Chennai into major southern constituencies.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Velachery Result — TVK Wins
The Velachery constituency has gone to TVK, as per final results. The party’s performance in Chennai continues to strengthen with multiple seat wins across the city.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Anna Nagar Result — TVK Wins
In Anna Nagar, TVK has emerged victorious, adding another important urban seat to its tally. The constituency has traditionally been politically significant, making this result a major boost for the party.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Mylapore Result — TVK Wins
According to ECI’s constituency-wise results, TVK has won around 108 seats, emerging as the largest party in Tamil Nadu. DMK has secured around 59 seats, while AIADMK has won 46 seats, indicating a major political shift.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Mylapore Result — TVK Wins
The Mylapore seat has been secured by TVK, as confirmed in the final results. The win highlights TVK’s growing presence in key Chennai constituencies and its strong showing in the 2026 elections.
ECI Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026: TVK Wins Cuddalore Seat, B Rajkumar Declared Winner
As per Election Commission of India (ECI) data, B Rajkumar of TVK has won from Cuddalore constituency, defeating the Congress candidate by over 15,000 votes. This win adds to TVK’s strong performance in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Kolathur Result — TVK Wins
As per final results, the Kolathur constituency has been won by TVK, marking a key gain for Vijay’s party in Chennai. This result reflects the strong performance of TVK in urban constituencies during the Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: TVK's victory in TN 'consolation', says Mehbooba Mufti
PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Monday said the victory of TVK in Tamil Nadu assembly polls was a consolation, as the rest of the states where results were declared today chose BJP over regional parties.
"One takes solace from the fact that C Vijay & TVK's stunning victory, unlike other states where people chose BJP over regional parties, indicates Tamil Nadu picked a secular & progressive alternative instead of opting for a communal divisive party," Mufti said in a post on X. She congratulated actor Vijay for the stellar performance in his debut election.
"Congratulations to @actorvijay for this incredible debut feat. Hope he remains steadfast in upholding the values of social justice, anti-caste politics & the rich Tamil tradition of equality, dignity & inclusive progress," she added.
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Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: TVK wins two seats in Puducherry
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, actor Vijay’s new party, made its Puducherry debut with two wins. B Ramu won Manavely, defeating outgoing Speaker Embalam Selvam of the BJP, while A K Sai J Saravanan Kumar won Thirubuvanai by 701 votes. In several other seats, TVK candidates polled enough votes to exceed or disturb winning margins, suggesting that Vijay’s party may not yet control the house but has already learned how to shake the furniture.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Leads Stabilise, Winners Likely to Be Declared Soon
With multiple rounds of counting completed, early leads are now stabilising into near-final outcomes. Several constituencies are close to declaring official winners as per ECI updates. The remaining seats with tight margins may take a few more rounds before final confirmation.
TN Election Results 2026 Live: BJP Limited to One Seat in Latest Counting Trends
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has started declaring results in multiple constituencies. The winner list is expanding steadily as more seats complete counting. Early leads have now converted into confirmed victories in several areas.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Party-wise Tally Shows TVK Ahead, AIADMK Second, DMK Third
Latest ECI party-wise data indicates that TVK is leading comfortably, while AIADMK is in second position and DMK in third. Smaller parties like Congress and PMK are also showing limited presence. These trends highlight a major political shift in Tamil Nadu’s electoral landscape.
TN Election Results 2026 Live: Results Known for All 234 Seats, Final Picture Emerging
The ECI trends and results are now available for all 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu. With counting almost complete in most seats, the final outcome is becoming clearer. Constituency-wise data shows stable leads in several seats, with only a few constituencies witnessing close margins.
TN Election Results 2026 Live: Political Landscape Set for Major Shift as Counting Progresses
The ongoing ECI counting trends suggest a significant shift in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, with a new party emerging as a strong force. The final outcome could redefine traditional alliances and power structures in the state.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Constituency-wise Trends Show Tight Fights in Select Seats
While overall trends are becoming clear, several constituencies are still witnessing close margins. ECI data indicates that final results in these seats may depend on the last few rounds of counting.
TN Election Results 2026 Live: Early Leads Convert into Strong Positions for TVK Across Regions
Initial leads are now stabilising into strong positions for TVK candidates across different regions of Tamil Nadu. As counting progresses, many constituencies are showing consistent leads, strengthening TVK’s position in the overall tally.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: Key Leaders Face Tough Contest in Early Results
ECI data shows that several prominent leaders are facing close contests in their constituencies. In some key seats, leading candidates are trailing, indicating a highly competitive election and shifting voter preferences across the state.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live Updates: TVK Ahead, AIADMK and DMK Trail in Party-wise Tally
The latest party-wise trends from ECI show TVK ahead, while AIADMK and DMK are trailing behind in multiple constituencies. This marks a major shift in Tamil Nadu politics, where the contest was earlier dominated by the two Dravidian parties.
TN Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Majority of Seats Show Clear Leads, Results Known for Almost All Constituencies
According to ECI updates, trends and results are now available for almost all 234 constituencies, with clear leads emerging in most seats. The overall picture of the election is becoming clearer as counting nears completion in several constituencies.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: Counting Underway Across All 234 Seats
The Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 counting is underway across all 234 constituencies. Early trends are now coming in from different regions of the state. Postal ballots were counted first, followed by EVM rounds. Initial leads are beginning to show how the contest is shaping up between major parties. Stay tuned for seat-wise results, constituency-wise leads, and party-wise updates.
TN Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Actor Trisha leaves Vijay's house
Actor Trisha Krishnan leaves from the residence of TVK chief and actor Vijay, in Chennai.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js#watch | Tamil Nadu: Actor Trisha Krishnan leaves from the residence of TVK chief and actor Vijay, in Chennai.
— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2026
TVK is currently leading in 110 seats of the total 234 in the state. pic.twitter.com/332dL4OiIp
TN Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Top BJP leaders like Tamilisai Soundararajan and L Murugan are trailing behind candidates from TVK and DMK
TVK chief and actor Vijay is gaining strong support and leading in several areas, indicating growing popularity among voters. Meanwhile, senior BJP leaders are struggling in their constituencies. BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran, contesting from Sattur, is trailing the DMK candidate by 909 votes.
Union Minister L Murugan is behind TVK’s Kamali S by 2,080 votes in the Avanashi reserved seat. Former Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan is also trailing TVK’s Venkataramanan P by 9,296 votes in the Mylapore constituency in Chennai, according to current counting trends.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: Actor Trisha reaches Vijay's residence in Chennai | WATCH
Actor Trisha reaches TVK chief Vijay’s residence in Chennai. Vijay-led TVK appeared to be inching towards the majority mark of 118 in the 234-seat Tamil Nadu Assembly.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Tamil Nadu Election Results: Actor Trisha reaches TVK chief Vijay’s residence in Chennai.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 4, 2026
Vijay-led TVK appeared to be inching towards the majority mark of 118 in the 234-seat Tamil Nadu Assembly.#tamilnadupollresults2026 #results2026withpti… pic.twitter.com/Ogg7CccgUf
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: CM Stalin continues to trail in Kolathur
CM Stalin continues to trail in Kolathur constituency, a long-standing DMK stronghold.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: TVK maintains lead
TVK maintains its lead in the state.
If you're just joining us, here's the tally now: As of 11.42am, TVK leads in 110 seats, AIADMK in 71 and DMK in 52 seats.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: BJP leading in only one seat now
For the BJP in Tamil Nadu, only its candidate in Udhagamandalam, Bhojarajan, is in the lead.
Leaders like Vanathi Srinivasan (Coimbatore – North) and Tamilisai Sundararajan (Mylapore) are trailing.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: CM Stalin trailing in Kolathur
Chief Minister M K Stalin is trailing behind TVK candidate V S Babu in Kolathur constituency, according to the EC.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Vijay leads in Perambur seat
The tide has shifted slightly, Vijay is now leading from Perambur while he continues to trail from his Trichy East seat. Reminder: These are very early leads, don’t read too much into the first hour of trends.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Vijay trails in Perambur, Udhayanidhi trails in Chepauk
Actor-turned politician Vijay, whose new party the TVK was projected by some exit polls to upset the DMK and come to power in Tamil Nadu, is trailing in both Perambur and Trichy East when postal notes are being counted.
Chief Minister MK Stalin’s son Udhayanidhi is trailing in Chepauk in postal votes. These are very early leads.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Current leads
DMK leads in 15 seats, AIADMK in five and TVK in two seat, based on very early leads.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: Stay updated
For real-time developments on the counting and early leads, follow our main Tamil Nadu live blog.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: DMK leads in 4 seats, AIADMK in one
DMK leads in four seats, AIADMK in two and TVK in one, based on very early leads.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: DMK leads in 2 seats
According to very early leads, the DMK-led alliance leads in two seats and TVK in one seat.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: Counting begins
Counting of votes for 234 assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu begin.
Counting always begins with postal ballots. These are votes cast by defence personnel, police on election duty, absentee voters above 85, and people with disabilities. They are typically very few in number relative to the EVM votes and can swing in unexpected directions.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: ECI deploys QR-code system at counting centres
This year’s count comes with a security upgrade.
The Election Commission of India has introduced a QR code-based Photo Identity Card module on ECINET. Under the new framework, QR code-enabled Photo Identity Cards will be issued to all authorised personnel entering counting centres and halls, including Returning Officers, counting staff, candidates, election agents and counting agents. A three-tier security protocol is in place at every centre, with QR scanning as the final layer before the counting hall itself. The system will be used for all future elections as well.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: Chennai: 'TVK to change TN election results'
TVK's General Secretary of Campaign Management, Aadhav Arjuna, says, "...This election, nobody can predict. Even India Today Axis underestimated our numbers and percentage. I already said 2-3 months ago, nobody can predict this election. No psephologist can predict, no survey can predict because after 50 years, people want a change...TVK, the combination of women and youth, is going to change the results of the Tamil Nadu election. You can definitely see the result that day...After 50 years, it is going to be a historical verdict in Tamil Nadu."
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: Visuals from outside the TVK headquarters in Chennai.
Counting for the 234 Assembly constituencies for the state will begin today at 8:00 am.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js#watch | Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections | Visuals from outside the TVK headquarters in Chennai.
— ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2026
Counting of votes for 234 Assembly constituencies of the state will begin at 8 AM today. pic.twitter.com/oqqbj2kEMu
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 LIVE: BJP leaders confident before May 4 results
Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje expressed confidence that the BJP would emerge victorious across all five regions, citing development initiatives under Narendra Modi. She added that smaller parties and independents may support the BJP post-results.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Security beefed up outside Anna University
Ahead of the counting scheduled today, May 4, security has beefed up outside Anna University in Chennai.
https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.jsVIDEO | Tamil Nadu Poll Results 2026: Security beefed up outside Anna University, Chennai; tight security ahead of poll counting.#tamilnadupollresults2026 #results2026withpti #assemblyelectionresults2026
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 4, 2026
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Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Imran Pratapgarhi says BJP won’t form govt
Pratapgarhi said results from West Bengal, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Assam would go against the BJP, adding that “none of these states will form a BJP government.” He also criticised repolling despite heavy deployment of central forces, calling it “shameful” for the Election Commission.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Chennai emerges as key battleground
Chennai is likely to provide early signals in the election, with several constituencies witnessing tight three-cornered contests that could break traditional voting patterns.
Traditionally a DMK stronghold, the city now appears more competitive, with the presence of Vijay’s party adding unpredictability and potentially fragmenting the vote in key urban seats.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: AIADMK’s fight to stay politically relevant
For the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, this election is as much about proving relevance as it is about winning, especially in the post-Jayalalithaa era.
Led by Edappadi K Palaniswami, the party is aiming to reclaim lost ground, with its performance expected to determine whether it remains a strong challenger or slips further behind.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: DMK’s strength vs alliance performance
The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam appears structurally strong, but the final outcome could depend on how effectively its alliance partners convert votes into seats.
While the DMK’s welfare-driven campaign gives it an advantage, uneven performance by allies could narrow margins and complicate what might otherwise appear to be a comfortable victory.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: DMK’s strength vs alliance performance
The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam appears structurally strong, but the final outcome could depend on how effectively its alliance partners convert votes into seats.
While the DMK’s welfare-driven campaign gives it an advantage, uneven performance by allies could narrow margins and complicate what might otherwise appear to be a comfortable victory.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: All eyes on Vijay’s vote share impact
Actor-politician Vijay has emerged as a key variable, with his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) expected to influence results through its vote share, even if it does not win many seats.
If TVK’s support is widespread but thin, it could reshape political equations without immediate power gains; if concentrated, it could convert into seats and signal the rise of a third force in the state.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Focus on margins, not just winner
As counting begins in Tamil Nadu, the key question may not be who wins, but by how much, with narrow margins in multiple seats likely to shape the final outcome in a closely contested election.
While the DMK enters with an apparent edge, even small vote swings could significantly alter seat outcomes, especially with a third player in the fray, making the spread of votes more crucial than headline numbers.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: DMK’s strength vs alliance performance
The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam appears structurally strong, but the final outcome could depend on how effectively its alliance partners convert votes into seats.
While the DMK’s welfare-driven campaign gives it an advantage, uneven performance by allies could narrow margins and complicate what might otherwise appear to be a comfortable victory.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Palaniswami returns to his base before counting day
A day before counting, AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami returned to his base in Salem, signalling reliance on core networks, while Chief Minister M K Stalin kept engagements minimal, reflecting a mix of confidence and caution.
TN Electon Results 2026 Live: Tamil Nadu awaits results in silence; parties focus on strategy, contingency plans
As counting day nears, Tamil Nadu’s political landscape is defined by disciplined silence and strategic planning, with the real contest likely to unfold after the results are declared.
DMK leader and Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi Stalin also returned ahead of counting, indicating readiness within the DMK leadership.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: strategic plannings underway for TVK before counting eve
Before counting, actor-politician Vijay, whose Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is emerging as a wildcard in Tamil Nadu, visited Velankanni church on Sunday, while party insiders indicated preparations for multiple outcomes, including securing MLAs in case of a close verdict.
Assam Election Results 2026 Live: On counting eve, what are parties doing?
A day before vote counting, both BJP and Congress kept public campaigning low-key in Assam, focusing instead on internal strategy meetings while projecting confidence in victory.
In the BJP camp, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and state president Dilip Saikia held a virtual review with candidates and party leaders to assess counting preparedness.The Congress, led in the state by Gaurav Gogoi, rejected these projections as well as exit poll forecasts of an NDA sweep.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: All eyes on Vijay’s vote share impact
Actor-politician Vijay has emerged as a key variable, with his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) expected to influence results through its vote share, even if it does not win many seats.
If TVK’s support is widespread but thin, it could reshape political equations without immediate power gains; if concentrated, it could convert into seats and signal the rise of a third force in the state.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Focus on margins, not just winner
As counting begins in Tamil Nadu, the key question may not be who wins, but by how much, with narrow margins in multiple seats likely to shape the final outcome in a closely contested election.
While the DMK enters with an apparent edge, even small vote swings could significantly alter seat outcomes, especially with a third player in the fray, making the spread of votes more crucial than headline numbers.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Tamil Nadu awaits results in silence; parties focus on strategy, contingency plans
As counting day nears, Tamil Nadu’s political landscape is defined by disciplined silence and strategic planning, with the real contest likely to unfold after the results are declared.
DMK leader and Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Udhayanidhi Stalin also returned ahead of counting, indicating readiness within the DMK leadership.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Palaniswami returns to his base before counting day
A day before counting, AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami returned to his base in Salem, signalling reliance on core networks, while Chief Minister M K Stalin kept engagements minimal, reflecting a mix of confidence and caution.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: A rising ‘wildcard’ under Vijay, strategic plannings underway for TVK before counting eve
Before counting, actor-politician Vijay, whose Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is emerging as a wildcard in Tamil Nadu, visited Velankanni church on Sunday, while party insiders indicated preparations for multiple outcomes, including securing MLAs in case of a close verdict.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Stalin meets alliance leaders, discusses victory prospects
M K Stalin met alliance leaders to discuss victory prospects ahead of counting for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on May 4. After returning from a short break, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief held meetings with senior party leaders to review the ground situation.He later met K Selvaperunthagai and E R Eswaran at the party headquarters, Anna Arivalayam on May 3.
He also discussed arrangements for monitoring vote counting in their constituencies. The DMK is contesting 164 seats, while its ally, the Indian National Congress, is contesting 28. Polling was held on April 23, and counting will take place on May 4.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Tight checks at centres ahead of May 4 counting
The Election Commission of India has said a three-tier security system will be in place for counting of votes in Tamil Nadu on May 4. Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik said the first layer will cover a 100-metre area around each counting centre. Only authorised people will be allowed inside this zone.
The second layer, at the entry gates, will be handled by the State Armed Police. They will control entry and stop unauthorised movement. Mobile phones will be allowed only in specific areas. The third and innermost layer will be managed by the Central Armed Police Forces. This includes the entrances to counting halls and EVM strong rooms. Strict checks will be carried out, and banned items like mobile phones will not be allowed inside.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: At 84.6%, Tamil Nadu breaks previous polling highs
Tamil Nadu had recorded 84.6% polling on April 23, according to the Election Commission, the highest-ever turnout in an Assembly election in the state since 1952, surpassing the previous high of 78.29% in 2011.
Tamil Nadu Election Results 2026 Live: Highest voter turnout in Karur with 93.41 per cent
The Election Commission of India has released the final voter turnout figures for the April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. A total of 4.87 crore votes were cast, with overall turnout at 85.10 per cent. Out of this, 2.52 crore were women voters and 2.35 crore were men. There were also 4,517 transgender voters. Among constituencies, Karur recorded the highest turnout at 93.41 per cent. Veerapandi in Salem district followed closely with 93.36 per cent.
The lowest turnout was seen in Killiyoor in Kanyakumari district, at 71.26 per cent.
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