Vijay Surpasses MK Stalin as Preferred CM Choice in Tamil Nadu Polls
Vijay, not Stalin, the preferred CM for Tamil Nadu voters, predicts Axis My India
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Actor-turned-politician Vijay has emerged as the preferred choice for Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, with 37% support, surpassing incumbent MK Stalin at 35%, according to Axis My India. Former CM Edappadi K Palaniswami trails with 22%. The upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are set for May 4, 2026.
- 01Vijay leads with 37% support as preferred CM candidate.
- 02MK Stalin follows closely with 35% support.
- 03Edappadi K Palaniswami is in third place with 22%.
- 04Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), shows strong debut potential.
- 05Final election results will be announced on May 4, 2026.
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According to a recent survey by Axis My India, actor-turned-politician Vijay has become the favored choice for Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, receiving 37% of voter support, just ahead of the current Chief Minister MK Stalin, who has 35% support. Former Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami ranks third with 22%. The survey indicates a promising start for Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which is projected to secure between 98 and 120 seats in the upcoming elections, significantly varying from other agencies' estimates. The ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) government, led by Stalin, is still expected to maintain power in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The final results will be revealed on May 4, 2026, alongside elections in West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
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The survey results indicate a shift in voter sentiment, which could influence the political landscape in Tamil Nadu leading up to the elections.
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