Congress MP alleges irregularities in candidates selection, seat allocation for Tamil Nadu polls
Congress MP S Jothimani has raised concerns about significant irregularities in the candidate selection and constituency allocation for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. She claims that the process favored certain candidates while sidelining experienced party workers. Jothimani has called for a thorough investigation to restore confidence among party members and ensure transparency in the electoral process.
- ▪Jothimani alleged that constituencies were allocated to suit pre-selected candidates.
- ▪She criticized the party for sidelining experienced workers in favor of newcomers with little electoral prospects.
- ▪The committee responsible for candidate selection is headed by Girish Chodankar, and only the All India Congress Committee can investigate allegations against it.
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- ▪ Tamil Nadu Today: BJP, Congress candidates’ lists out — The Hindu — Top
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Congress MP alleges irregularities in candidates selection, seat allocation for Tamil Nadu pollsCongress MP S Jothimani alleged "massive irregularities" in allocating constituencies and selecting party candidates for the April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.Published on: May 29, 2026 12:29 PM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link Congress MP S Jothimani on Friday alleged "massive irregularities" in allocating constituencies and selecting party candidates, as well, for the April 23 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls.Massive irregularities took place within the Congress party and constituencies were sought and allocated to suit candidates who had already been selected, claims Congress MP Jothimani.
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