Thu Apr 02 16:30:15 UTC 2026: # Udhayanidhi Stalin Files Nomination for Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni, Faces Multiple Legal Challenges

The Story: DMK leader and current Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin filed his nomination on Thursday, April 2, 2026, to contest for the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni Assembly constituency in the upcoming Assembly elections. This marks his attempt to secure a second term representing the constituency. He declared significant assets and liabilities in his affidavit, including loans to private entities and a trust. Meanwhile, Porkodi, the wife of slain BSP leader K. Armstrong, filed her nomination as the AIADMK candidate in Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar Constituency.

Key Points:

  • Udhayanidhi Stalin filed his nomination for the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency.
  • He declared movable assets of ₹12.92 crore and immovable assets of ₹7.72 crore.
  • He has given loans of ₹10 crore to Snow Housing Private Limited and ₹1 crore to Nadigar Sangam Trust.
  • He owns a Defender and an Innova.
  • He faces 10 pending cases related to remarks made on September 2, 2023.
  • Porkodi, wife of slain BSP leader K. Armstrong, filed her nomination as AIADMK candidate in Thiru. Vi. Ka. Nagar Constituency.
  • As of 8 p.m. on Thursday, details of about 1,340 nominations were uploaded.

Key Takeaways:

  • The DMK is fielding a prominent leader, Udhayanidhi Stalin, to retain a key constituency.
  • The declared assets of candidates are under scrutiny.
  • Legal challenges against candidates, particularly regarding past remarks, are a significant factor in the election.
  • The AIADMK is fielding a candidate with a compelling personal story (wife of a slain leader) to challenge the DMK.
  • The high volume of nominations indicates a competitive electoral landscape.

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