Udhayanidhi Stalin Triumphs in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni

Udhayanidhi Stalin, Tamil Nadu's Deputy Chief Minister, clinched victory in the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency, defeating TVK's Selvam D by 7,140 votes. This win solidifies DMK's command in the historic seat, previously led by former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi. The victory was celebrated by supporters as a testament to Stalin's grassroots campaigning.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chennai | Updated: 04-05-2026 19:13 IST | Created: 04-05-2026 19:13 IST
Udhayanidhi Stalin Triumphs in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni
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Udhayanidhi Stalin, the Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, secured a significant win in the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency on Monday, defeating TVK's Selvam D by a margin of 7,140 votes.

The victory reaffirms the DMK's dominant position in the historic assembly seat, once represented by former Chief Minister M Karunanidhi, Udhayanidhi's grandfather.

Upon the official announcement, jubilant supporters gathered to celebrate, considering Stalin's win a validation of his extensive grassroots campaigning. The assembly elections were conducted on April 23.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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