TVK Unveils Election Manifesto Ahead of 2026 Assembly Elections
Assembly Elections 2026 highlights: TVK releases its election manifesto
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The Tamil Nadu-based party, TVK, led by Vijay, has released its election manifesto for the April 23, 2026 Assembly elections. Key promises include ₹2,500 monthly assistance for women and 8 grams of gold for marriage aid. Additionally, postal voting will be available for senior citizens and persons with disabilities in Chennai district.
- 01TVK promises ₹2,500 monthly assistance for women.
- 02The party will provide 8 grams of gold for marriage assistance.
- 03Postal voting will be available for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
- 04Voting will occur at the residences of eligible voters in Chennai.
- 05The Election Commission is distributing Voter Information Slips in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
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On April 16, 2026, the Tamil Nadu-based party, Tamilaga Vivasayigal Katchi (TVK), unveiled its election manifesto for the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for April 23. TVK chief Vijay announced significant promises, including ₹2,500 monthly assistance for women and 8 grams of gold for marriage assistance. In an effort to enhance voter accessibility, postal voting will be conducted for senior citizens aged 85 and above, as well as persons with benchmark disabilities, across all 16 Assembly constituencies in Chennai district from April 16 to April 18. A total of 8,947 voters who opted for home voting via Form 12D will benefit from this initiative. The Election Commission of India (ECI) is also in the process of distributing Voter Information Slips (VIS) in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, as Phase 1 polling approaches on April 23.
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The promises made by TVK could significantly support women and vulnerable groups in Tamil Nadu, enhancing their financial security and access to voting.
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