Dharapuram by Election Live Updates: Tamil Nadu Assembly Bypoll Records 37.28% Voter Turnout by 11 AM As Voting Continues Till 6 PM – Check Latest Polling Status, Candidates, Key Updates & More

Polling is underway in the Dharapuram (SC) Assembly constituency in Tamil Nadu on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The by-election has drawn attention as the TVK, DMK and AIADMK compete for the seat.

The constituency recorded 37.28% voter turnout by 11 am, according to reports.

Polling Halted Briefly At Booth

Voting was briefly stopped at a polling station after a woman alleged that polling staff encouraged her to vote for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The allegation was brought to the attention of election officials. Polling later continued.

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