Palayamkottai election results 2026: DMK’s M. Abdul Wahab wins by 13,805 votes

In Palayamkottai, DMK candidate M. Abdul Wahab won the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election by 13,805 votes against Congress candidate Durlav Chamua, while Barnali Sarma contested from SUCI(C).Palayamkottai Assembly Constituency is an urban seat in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, under Tirunelveli Lok Sabha, recognized for its educational institutions, mission hospitals, and Nellai River proximity supporting a mix of trade, services, and peri-urban farming.Abdul Wahab M of DMK serves as the current MLA as of March 2026, elected in 2021 with 89,117 votes (55.32% share) over AIADMK's Jerald (36,976 votes) by a substantial margin of 52,141 votes (57.76% turnout), with no subsequent changes reported.

Election Results 2026

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BJP WON

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Seats293/294

Total: 294

Note: Repolling for the Falta assembly constituency in West Bengal has been scheduled for May 21.

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Majority: 148

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OTH

Source: PValue

Key issues involve urban water supply inconsistencies, traffic management in growing areas, healthcare strain on mission facilities, youth job opportunities beyond education sector, flood prevention along rivers, and infrastructure for religious and academic tourism.

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