Women Outvote Men in Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections

Original: Polling percentage of women rises in T.N. this Assembly election

The Hindu•Apr 25, 20261 min

In a Nutshell

In the April 23, 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, 85.76% of women voted compared to 83.57% of men. Approximately 2.51 crore women and 2.34 crore men participated in the elections, marking a significant increase from the previous election in 2021.

Key Points

01Women had a higher voting percentage than men in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
0285.76% of women voted compared to 83.57% of men.
03About 2.51 crore women and 2.34 crore men cast their votes.
04The 2026 elections saw an increase in women's voting compared to 72.61% in 2021.
05The total electorate in Tamil Nadu includes approximately 2.93 crore women and 2.8 crore men.

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Full Summary

In the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections held on April 23, 2026, 85.76% of women voters participated, surpassing the 83.57% turnout of men. Approximately 2.51 crore women voted out of the 2.93 crore registered female voters in the state, while around 2.34 crore men voted from a...

Key Figures

85.76%

Polling percentage of women

83.57%

Polling percentage of men

2.51 crore

Number of women who voted

2.34 crore

Number of men who voted

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Why It Matters

The increased voter turnout among women indicates a growing engagement in the democratic process, which could influence future policies and governance in Tamil Nadu.

Who is affected

Women voters and political parties in Tamil Nadu.

What to know

Political parties should focus on issues relevant to women to maintain and enhance their support.

FAQ

The voter turnout for women was 85.76%.

In 2026, the voter turnout for women increased from 72.61% in 2021.

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