Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) surged ahead in Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Assembly election preparations by releasing its first list of 100 candidates, featuring 40 women to uphold gender parity.While ruling DMK and AIADMK-led opposition remain locked in alliance negotiations without candidate announcements, NTK’s move energizes its base across Chennai, Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu, Kanchipuram, Villupuram, Cuddalore, and western districts.
Standouts include spokesperson Idumbavanam Karthik for Vedaranyam, director Kalanjiyam for Thousand Lights, and youth coordinator Farhana Fathima for Nagapattinam, targeting diverse voter segments. C
Notably absent is Sivaganga’s Karaikudi amid speculation NTK chief Seeman—whose native Manamadurai falls nearby—may contest there.