TVK’s unexpected lead in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections marks a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. The counting of votes began at 8 am on May 4, 2026.
According to the latest trends from the Election Commission of India, TVK is leading in 112 seats. AIADMK trails with 58 seats, while DMK holds 47 seats.
This election has seen remarkable voter engagement. Approximately 85.1 percent of the 5.73 crore registered voters cast their votes, marking the highest turnout in the state’s history.
Vote share breakdown:
- TVK has secured more than 38 percent, roughly 56.90 lakh votes.
- DMK received approximately 24 percent, equating to around 35.24 lakh votes.
- AIADMK obtained about 22 percent, translating to around 32.52 lakh votes.
The atmosphere at DMK headquarters has shifted dramatically. Celebration tents have been removed as party workers express disappointment over their trailing position.
