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THE TIMES OF INDIA | May 06, 2026, 14:57:45 IST
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Kulithalai Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: DMK’s Suriyanur A Chandran wins by 579 vote margin
S.Karunakaran (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), Suriyanur. A. Chandran (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), Selva.Nanmaaran (Naam Tamilar Katchi), G.Balasubramani (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam), P.Murugan (Ganasangam Party of India), M.Arunkumar (Independent), R.Arunkumar (Independent), S.Imrankhan (Independent), O.Kathalingam (Independent), M.Gayathiri (Independent), B.Kajahmohideen (Independent), Chandrasekar.P (Independent), J.Santhosh Kumar (Independent), B.Sampathkumar (Independent), D.Saravanan (Independent), V.Chinnasamy (Independent), S.Senthilkumar (Independent), P.Selvakumar (Independent), T.Selvaraj (Independent), K.Sheikanwardeen (Independent), M.Tamilselvan (Independent), J.Pradhap (Independent), M.Mayilvaganan (Independent), J.Madhavan (Independent), T.Muruganantham (Independent), N.Ramakrishnan (Independent), M.Vadivelan (Independent), K.Veeramalai (Independent), and K.Hakkim (Independent) — 29 candidates contesting from Kulithalai in Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly Election. Votes cast across this constituency are now being counted, and early trends from each round will be closely watched as the day unfolds. Kulithalai is a General constituency under the Perambalur Lok Sabha segment. In 2021, R.Manickam of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won by a margin of 23,540 votes. The 2016 winner was E Ramar of the DMK. the final result will show which candidate has secured the most votes in Kulithalai in 2026.
09:04 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results 2026: AIADMK's Karunakaran leads as counting progresses
In the Kulithalai assembly constituency of Tamil Nadu, AIADMK's S.Karunakaran is currently leading the count. Independent candidate O.Kathalingam is also among those reflected in the early positions. The seat is currently held by DMK's R.Manickam, who is not among the top 3 candidates presently reflected in the leading positions. Counting continues and the final result is yet to be declared.
09:02 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: The final numbers in Kulithalai — what to look for
The votes being counted in Kulithalai May 4 will determine which candidate has the highest tally when the count concludes. Each round of counting brings the constituency closer to its official 2026 Assembly Election result.
08:52 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: Result declaration — the final step after counting ends
Once all rounds of counting are completed in Kulithalai, the Returning Officer will formally declare the winner. Until then, round-wise tallies from the counting centre will be the key indicator of how the result is shaping up.
08:42 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: Kulithalai in Tamil Nadu's 234-seat tally — what to expect
As counting progresses across Tamil Nadu's 234 Assembly constituencies, Kulithalai's result will add to the state-wide picture. Trends from this seat will contribute to the overall tally as it builds through the day.
08:32 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Assembly Election Results 2026: From 2021 to 2026: how Kulithalai's electoral landscape has shifted
In the 2021 Assembly Election, R.Manickam of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won Kulithalai with a margin of 23,540 votes. round-wise tallies will show how the 2026 vote distribution compares.
08:22 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Assembly Election Results 2026: Kulithalai's electoral journey: three elections in focus
Kulithalai saw E Ramar of the DMK win in 2016, followed by R.Manickam of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in 2021. May 4 result will add the next chapter to this seat's electoral history.
08:12 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results 2026: The 29 contestants whose votes are being counted
Key candidates contesting in Kulithalai include S.Karunakaran (AIADMK), Suriyanur. A. Chandran (DMK), Selva.Nanmaaran (NTK), and G.Balasubramani (TVK) among others. As counting progresses, round-wise updates will reveal how votes are distributed among them.
08:02 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Assembly Election Results 2026: Counting day focus: S.Karunakaran of All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
S.Karunakaran, contesting on a All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam ticket, is one of 29 candidates whose votes are being tallied in Kulithalai May 4. As counting progresses, the round-wise figures will show how they have fared across the constituency.
07:52 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: How Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is positioned in Kulithalai
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam has fielded Suriyanur. A. Chandran in Kulithalai. As votes cast are now being counted, the final result will show how the party has performed in this constituency.
07:42 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Assembly Election Results 2026: Kulithalai among Tamil Nadu's 234 Assembly constituencies May 4
Tamil Nadu's Assembly has 234 constituencies, and Kulithalai's result will be one of the data points shaping the overall state tally May 4. Round-wise updates from this seat will add to the broader picture emerging across the state.
07:32 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Result 2026: How is G.Balasubramani faring? Watching the Kulithalai count
G.Balasubramani, contesting on a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam ticket, is one of 29 candidates whose votes are being tallied in Kulithalai May 4. As counting progresses, the round-wise figures will show how they have fared across the constituency.
07:22 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results 2026: Suriyanur. A. Chandran's DMK tally being counted in Kulithalai
Suriyanur. A. Chandran, contesting on a Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam ticket, is one of 29 candidates whose votes are being tallied in Kulithalai May 4. As counting progresses, the round-wise figures will show how they have fared across the constituency.
07:12 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Elections 2026: Counting day focus: P.Murugan of Ganasangam Party of India
P.Murugan, contesting on a Ganasangam Party of India ticket, is one of 29 candidates whose votes are being tallied in Kulithalai May 4. As counting progresses, the round-wise figures will show how they have fared across the constituency.
07:11 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates
DMK's Suriyanur A. Chandran, AIADMK's S. Karunakaran, and TVK's G.Balasubramani are contesting for this seat among others
07:02 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results 2026: The declaration that ends counting day in Kulithalai
When the final count is completed and the result declared in Kulithalai, it will confirm which candidate has secured the most votes in the 2026 election. The winning candidate's name and vote margin will be confirmed as the definitive 2026 result for Kulithalai.
06:52 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Elections 2026: Why early trends need careful reading
Early trends from Kulithalai should be read with caution. Early leads can shift considerably before the final tally is declared.
06:42 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Result 2026: The 2021 margin of 23,540 votes — context for May 4 count
Kulithalai's 2021 election was won with a margin of 23,540 votes. May 4 count will show whether the 2026 result produces a similar margin or a markedly different outcome.
06:32 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: 24 independents contesting Kulithalai — their tally to watch
24 independent candidates are also in the fray in Kulithalai — including M.Arunkumar, R.Arunkumar, S.Imrankhan and 21 others. Their vote tallies will emerge as counting progresses.
06:22 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: How Kulithalai's result feeds into Tamil Nadu's big picture
As Tamil Nadu's counting day unfolds, results from all 234 Assembly constituencies will build the overall picture. Kulithalai's result will be one of those data points contributing to the state tally.
06:12 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results 2026: Watching the numbers build in Kulithalai's count
Votes cast in Kulithalai are now being tallied across rounds, with the count building gradually toward a final result. Each successive round will add to the picture of how the final margin is forming in Kulithalai.
06:02 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam in the Kulithalai contest
The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has fielded G.Balasubramani in Kulithalai. As votes cast are now being counted, the final result will show how the party has performed in this constituency.
05:52 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: Will May 4 margin in Kulithalai match 2021's gap?
The 2021 election in Kulithalai was won with a margin of 23,540 votes. the emerging margin will be closely watched against that previous benchmark.
05:42 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Result 2026: How the round-wise count will unfold in Kulithalai
As counting advances in Kulithalai, round-wise tallies will build the picture of how votes have been distributed among the 29 candidates. Each successive round will reveal how the final margin is taking shape.
05:32 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results 2026: From runner-up in 2021: how the contest looks in 2026
In 2021, NR Chandrasekar of the AIADMK was the runner-up in Kulithalai. the vote distribution will show how the contest has evolved since that election.
05:22 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: Naam Tamilar Katchi's stake in May 4 Kulithalai count
The Naam Tamilar Katchi has fielded Selva.Nanmaaran in Kulithalai. As votes cast are now being counted, the final result will show how the party has performed in this constituency.
05:12 (IST) May 04
Kulithalai Election Results: Where Kulithalai fits in Tamil Nadu's counting day picture
Counting day in Tamil Nadu brings results from 234 constituencies, and Kulithalai is among the seats being closely tracked. As votes cast are now being counted, round-wise tallies will feed into the state-wide picture.
Disclaimer: This Data is provided by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) | MyNeta and sourced from election affidavits available in the public domain of the Election Commission of India.
Kulithalai is a General constituency in Tamil Nadu, falling under the Perambalur Lok Sabha segment. 29 candidates are contesting in 2026: S.Karunakaran (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), Suriyanur. A. Chandran (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), Selva.Nanmaaran (Naam Tamilar Katchi), G.Balasubramani (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam), P.Murugan (Ganasangam Party of India), M.Arunkumar (Independent), R.Arunkumar (Independent), S.Imrankhan (Independent), O.Kathalingam (Independent), M.Gayathiri (Independent), B.Kajahmohideen (Independent), Chandrasekar.P (Independent), J.Santhosh Kumar (Independent), B.Sampathkumar (Independent), D.Saravanan (Independent), V.Chinnasamy (Independent), S.Senthilkumar (Independent), P.Selvakumar (Independent), T.Selvaraj (Independent), K.Sheikanwardeen (Independent), M.Tamilselvan (Independent), J.Pradhap (Independent), M.Mayilvaganan (Independent), J.Madhavan (Independent), T.Muruganantham (Independent), N.Ramakrishnan (Independent), M.Vadivelan (Independent), K.Veeramalai (Independent), and K.Hakkim (Independent). In the 2021 Assembly Election, R.Manickam of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam won Kulithalai with a margin of 23,540 votes. The runner-up was NR Chandrasekar of the AIADMK. In 2016, E Ramar of the DMK had won the seat. round-by-round trends from Kulithalai will be closely tracked. The constituency's result will add to Tamil Nadu's state-wide tally across its 234 Assembly segments.
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