Coimbatore South Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: DMK's V Senthilbalaji wins against TVK's V Senthilkumar
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Coimbatore South Assembly Election Results 2026 Live Updates: DMK's V Senthilbalaji wins against TVK's V Senthilkumar

Amman K.Arjunan (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), V Senthilbalaji (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), Perarivalan. V (Naam Tamilar Katchi), Gokula Krishnan.S (Tamizhaga Vaazhvurimai Katchi), V. Senthilkumar (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam), B. Dhandapani (New Generation Peoples Party), G. Maheshwaran (Tamizhaga Murpokku Makkal Katchi), N. Abilazan (Independent), Imthiyas (Independent), P. Kathiravan (Independent), Gopalakrishnan (Independent), P. Sangararaj (Independent), J. Suriyakumar (Independent), M. Senthilkumar (Independent), V. Senthilkumar (Independent), K. Dinesh Kumar (Independent), P. Palanivel (Independent), J. Praveenkumar (Independent), T. Magizhan (Independent), P. Manoj (Independent), B. Yuvaraj (Independent), S. Rangaraj (Independent), M. Ravichandran (Independent), K.S. Rajagopal (Independent), K. Rajapandian (Independent), D. Vigneshwaran (Independent), K. Vijayan (Independent), Venkatachalam Paramasivam (Independent), V. Velmurugan (Independent), M. John Bosco (Independent), and L. Hakkim (Independent) — 31 candidates contesting from Coimbatore (South) 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. Coimbatore (South) is a General constituency under the Coimbatore Lok Sabha segment. In 2021, Vanathi Srinivasan of the Bharatiya Janata Party won by a margin of 1,728 votes. the final result will show which candidate has secured the most votes in Coimbatore (South) in 2026.
22:40 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Election Results 2026: AIADMK loses grip on fortress

Once considered an AIADMK bastion, Coimbatore saw a major shift in voter preference, weakening the party’s dominance.



22:10 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South LIVE: Margins narrow as final rounds decide outcome

As counting progressed, the gap between candidates narrowed significantly, making the final rounds crucial in determining the winner.



22:00 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Election Results 2026: Key battleground highlights political transition

The result from Coimbatore South stands out as a key indicator of changing political trends in Tamil Nadu, with new forces reshaping voter alignments.



21:30 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South LIVE: Three-way contest defines election narrative

The race between DMK, TVK and AIADMK highlights the emergence of a multi-polar contest in Tamil Nadu politics.



21:10 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Result 2026: Urban voters drive competitive race

The constituency, with a strong urban base, saw voters prioritising governance and development issues, resulting in a closely contested election.



20:40 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Result 2026: Youth vote swings towards new alternatives

TVK’s performance indicates strong support from younger voters, contributing to a more competitive and unpredictable contest.



20:10 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Election Results 2026: BJP fails to retain foothold

The BJP, which had won the seat earlier, failed to maintain its position, reflecting shifting political dynamics in the region.



19:40 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Election Results 2026: DMK secures symbolic win

Though narrow, the victory is significant for DMK, which has struggled historically in the Coimbatore region.



19:11 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Result 2026: Senthil Balaji stages political comeback

The win marks a major comeback for Senthil Balaji, who successfully defended DMK’s interests in a challenging urban constituency against strong opposition.



19:10 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South LIVE: TVK surge reshapes three-cornered contest

The entry of TVK transformed the contest into a competitive three-way battle, with the party emerging as a serious challenger to both DMK and AIADMK.



18:41 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South LIVE: High-stakes battle reflects wider Tamil Nadu shift

The close contest mirrors the broader political churn across Tamil Nadu, where new players are challenging traditional power structures.



18:10 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Election Results 2026: AIADMK pushed to third place

AIADMK candidate Amman Arjunan finished third, reflecting a sharp decline in the party’s influence in what was once its stronghold.



18:00 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South LIVE: Final tally reflects tight competition

The final vote counts show a close contest, with DMK narrowly ahead of TVK and AIADMK trailing significantly.



17:11 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Result 2026: DMK gains foothold in AIADMK stronghold

The victory gives DMK a crucial breakthrough in Coimbatore, a region traditionally dominated by AIADMK. The result marks a significant shift in the district’s political landscape.



16:40 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Result 2026: First-time party alters district dynamics

The emergence of TVK has disrupted the long-standing political pattern in Coimbatore, breaking the dominance of established parties.



16:10 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South LIVE: Close finish after 20 rounds keeps race tense

The contest remained tight through all 20 rounds of counting, with leads shifting multiple times before Senthil Balaji edged ahead in the final rounds. The result capped a day of intense political drama.



15:30 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Election Results 2026: TVK dents AIADMK base in district

TVK’s strong performance across Coimbatore district weakened AIADMK’s traditional support base, with visible erosion among urban and younger voters.



15:10 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Election Results 2026: TVK nearly pulls off upset

TVK candidate V Senthilkumar mounted a strong challenge, finishing just behind the DMK with over 57,000 votes. The performance underscores the growing influence of the debutant party in urban constituencies.



14:47 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Result 2026: TVK candidates deliver strong district performance

TVK’s success across multiple constituencies in Coimbatore district signals its growing strength as a regional force.



14:12 (IST) May 05
Coimbatore South Result 2026: DMK’s Senthil Balaji wins nail-biting contest

DMK candidate V Senthil Balaji secured victory in Coimbatore South after a closely fought battle, winning by under 2,000 votes after 20 rounds of counting. The narrow margin highlights the intensity of the contest in one of Tamil Nadu’s most closely watched seats.



09:30 (IST) May 05
DMK's V Senthilbalaji wins against TVK's V Senthilkumar by a margin of 2271 votes
23:35 (IST) May 04
NDA, BJP, UDF lead across four state assembly counts
Counting is underway across four states and the early picture shows front-runners pulling clear in each of them. In Assam, where 64 seats are needed for a majority in the 126-seat house, NDA has a tally of 97, made up of 28 won seats and 69 seats where it is currently leading, comfortably crossing the majority mark on combined figures. Congress-led opposition has a tally of 22, all in leads, while independent and smaller party candidates cumulatively account for a tally of 7. In West Bengal, BJP is leading in enough seats to cross the 148-seat majority mark if those leads hold, with a tally of 179 comprising 11 won seats and 168 seats where it is leading. TMC trails with a tally of 106, drawn from 2 won seats and 104 leads. Candidates from other parties and independents cumulatively hold a tally of 8 in West Bengal. In Puducherry, NDA has a tally of 18 in the 30-seat assembly where 16 are needed for a majority, with 13 seats already won and 5 more where it leads, crossing the majority threshold on combined count. SPA has a tally of 5. Turning to Kerala, UDF leads the 140-seat contest with a tally of 87, comprising 68 won seats and 19 leads, well past the 71-seat majority mark on combined figures. LDF trails with 30 won seats and 6 leads, giving it a tally of 36. Independent and smaller party candidates in Kerala cumulatively hold a tally of 17.
23:23 (IST) May 04
TVK leads Tamil Nadu count, needs 5 more seats for majority
Counting is underway across Tamil Nadu's 234 assembly seats, where the majority mark stands at 118. TVK is out in front with a tally of 113 seats, having won 10 and leading in 103 more, leaving the party just 5 seats short of a majority if those leads hold. DMK sits second with a tally of 51, comprising 6 wins and 45 leads. AIADMK is leading in 47 constituencies with no wins declared yet.
23:12 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: DMK's Senthilbalaji leads by 6,167 votes
In Coimbatore (South), Tamil Nadu, DMK candidate V Senthilbalaji is currently leading with 43,956 votes, holding a margin of 6,167 over TVK's V. Senthilkumar, who is trailing with 37,789 votes. The seat is currently held by BJP's Vanathi Srinivasan, who is not among the top 3 candidates presently reflected in the leading positions as counting continues.
23:01 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: TVK's Senthilkumar leads in Tamil Nadu seat
In Coimbatore (South), Tamil Nadu, TVK candidate V. Senthilkumar is currently leading as counting progresses. The seat is currently held by BJP's Vanathi Srinivasan, who is not among the top 3 candidates presently reflected in the leading positions. Counting is still underway and no result has been declared for this constituency yet.
22:50 (IST) May 04
Thondamuthur Election Result 2026: S.P.Velumani leads with 9,175-vote margin
In the Thondamuthur constituency of Tamil Nadu, AIADMK's S.P.Velumani is currently leading with 66,653 votes, holding a margin of 9,175 over Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam's Sathish Raju (Alias) K.P.R. Sathish, who has gathered 57,478 votes and is trailing at this stage of counting. The seat is currently held by ADMK's S.P. Velumani, who is contesting to retain it. Counting is still under way and no result has been declared.
22:39 (IST) May 04
TVK leads Tamil Nadu count, needs 5 more seats for majority
TVK holds a tally of 113 seats in Tamil Nadu, with 10 declared wins and leads in 103 of the state's 234 constituencies. The majority mark stands at 118, leaving TVK just 5 seats short if current leads hold. DMK, with 6 wins and leads in 45 seats, sits on a tally of 51. AIADMK is leading in 47 seats without a confirmed win so far.
22:28 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: DMK leads as counting continues
In the Coimbatore (South) constituency of Tamil Nadu, DMK's V Senthilbalaji is currently leading the count with 43,956 votes, holding a margin of 6,167 over TVK's V. Senthilkumar, who has gathered 37,789 votes so far. The seat's sitting member, BJP's Vanathi Srinivasan, does not feature among the candidates presently in contention as counting progresses.
22:17 (IST) May 04
NDA leads in enough seats to cross majority mark in Puducherry
In Puducherry, where 30 assembly seats are at stake and 16 are needed for a majority, the NDA is leading in enough seats to cross that mark if the current leads hold. The alliance has won 13 seats and is leading in 5 more, giving it a tally of 18. SPA has won 2 seats and is leading in 3, for a tally of 5, trailing well behind the NDA. Candidates from other parties or independent candidates cumulatively lead in a tally of 7 seats, with 5 won and 2 leads.
22:06 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (North) Election Result 2026: TVK's Sampathkumar leads with 13,143-vote margin
In Coimbatore (North), TVK candidate V. Sampathkumar is currently leading with 55,106 votes, holding a margin of 13,143 over DMK's Durai. Senthamil Selvan B.E, who has gathered 41,963 votes so far. The seat is currently held by ADMK's Amman K.Arjunan, who is not among the top 3 candidates presently reflected in the leading positions. Counting is still underway in this Tamil Nadu constituency.
21:55 (IST) May 04
TVK leads Tamil Nadu count, needs 5 more seats for majority
Counting is underway across Tamil Nadu's 234 assembly seats, where the majority mark sits at 118. TVK is out in front with a tally of 113 seats, having won 10 and leading in 103 more, leaving the party just 5 seats short of a majority if those leads hold. DMK is placed second with a tally of 51, having won 6 and leading in 45. AIADMK holds a tally of 47 seats at this stage of counting.
21:44 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: DMK leads as counting continues
In Coimbatore (South), Tamil Nadu, counting is underway with no star-flagged candidate in the running. DMK's V Senthilbalaji, aged 50, is currently leading with 43,956 votes, holding a margin of 6,167 over TVK's V. Senthilkumar, who has gathered 37,789 votes so far. The seat's sitting legislator, BJP's Vanathi Srinivasan, does not figure among the candidates presently reflected in the count.
21:33 (IST) May 04
UDF leads in enough seats to cross majority mark in Kerala
In Kerala, where 140 assembly seats are at stake and the majority mark stands at 71, the UDF is leading in enough seats to cross that threshold if the current leads hold. The alliance has won 68 seats and is leading in 19 more, taking its tally to 87. The LDF has won 30 seats and is leading in 6, giving it a tally of 36, still needing 35 more to reach the majority mark. Candidates from other parties and independents cumulatively account for a tally of 17 seats in Kerala.
21:22 (IST) May 04
Pollachi Election Results 2026: DMK's Nithyanandhan leads over sitting MLA Jayaraman
In the Pollachi constituency of Tamil Nadu, DMK candidate K. Nithyanandhan is currently leading with 61,870 votes, holding a margin of 4,686 votes over AIADMK's Pollachi V. Jayaraman, who has gathered 57,184 votes. The seat is currently held by AIADMK's Pollachi V. Jayaraman, who is trailing at this stage of counting as votes continue to be tallied.
21:11 (IST) May 04
TVK leads Tamil Nadu count with tally of 113 seats
TVK is out in front in Tamil Nadu's 234-seat assembly, carrying a tally of 113 seats — 10 declared wins and leads in 103 more — and sitting just 5 seats short of the 118 needed for a majority. DMK follows with a tally of 51, having won 6 and leading in 45. AIADMK is in the contest with leads in 47 constituencies, while BJP and Congress are each leading in 3 seats apiece at this stage of counting.
21:00 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: DMK leads as counting continues
In Coimbatore (South), Tamil Nadu, DMK's V Senthilbalaji is currently leading the count with 43,956 votes, holding a margin of 6,167 over TVK's V. Senthilkumar, who has gathered 37,789 votes so far. With no star flag active among the candidates in this seat, the constituency-level picture shows the incumbent, BJP's Vanathi Srinivasan, without a presence in the current candidate standings as counting progresses.
20:49 (IST) May 04
BJP leads in enough seats to cross majority mark in West Bengal
In West Bengal, where 148 seats are needed for a majority in the 294-seat assembly, BJP is leading in enough seats to cross that mark if the current trends hold. The party has won 11 seats and is leading in 168 more, bringing its tally to 179. TMC has won 2 seats and is leading in 104, giving it a tally of 106, still 42 seats short of the majority mark. Candidates from other parties or independent candidates cumulatively lead in 8 seats.
20:38 (IST) May 04
Singanallur Election Results 2026: TVK's K.S.Sri Giri Prasath leads by over 21,000 votes
In the Singanallur constituency of Tamil Nadu, TVK candidate K.S.Sri Giri Prasath is currently leading with 65,212 votes, holding a margin of 21,194 over AIADMK's K.R.Jayaram, who has accumulated 44,018 votes and is trailing at this stage of counting. The seat is currently held by ADMK's Jayaram, K.R. Counting is still underway and the final result is yet to be declared.
20:27 (IST) May 04
TVK leads Tamil Nadu count, needs 5 more seats for majority
TVK is out in front in Tamil Nadu's 234-seat assembly, holding a tally of 113 seats — 10 declared wins and leads in 103 more — and sits just 5 seats short of the 118 needed for a majority. DMK is placed second with a tally of 51, having won 6 and leading in 45. AIADMK is leading in 47 constituencies with no wins confirmed yet as counting continues across the state.
20:16 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: DMK leads as counting continues
In Coimbatore (South), Tamil Nadu, DMK's V Senthilbalaji is currently leading the count with 43,956 votes, holding a margin of 6,167 over TVK's V. Senthilkumar, who has gathered 37,789 votes so far. With no star flag active among the candidates in this constituency, the contest here is being watched closely through the constituency-level picture, where the incumbent Vanathi Srinivasan of BJP is not among the candidates reflected in the current count.
20:05 (IST) May 04
UDF leads in enough seats to cross majority mark in Kerala
In Kerala, where 71 seats are needed for a majority in the 140-seat assembly, the UDF is leading in enough seats to cross that threshold if the current leads hold. The alliance has won 68 seats and is leading in 19 more, giving it a tally of 87. The LDF has won 30 seats and is leading in 6, bringing its tally to 36. Candidates from other parties and independents cumulatively account for a tally of 17 seats, with 13 won and 4 leads still in progress.
19:54 (IST) May 04
Pollachi Election Result 2026: DMK's Nithyanandhan leads as sitting MLA trails
In Pollachi, Tamil Nadu, DMK candidate K. Nithyanandhan is currently leading with 61,870 votes, holding a margin of 4,686 over his nearest rival. The seat is currently held by AIADMK's Pollachi V. Jayaraman, who is trailing with 57,184 votes as counting continues. Nithyanandhan, a 54-year-old graduate with a clean record, is ahead while the sitting MLA works to close the gap before the final tally is in.
19:43 (IST) May 04
TVK leads Tamil Nadu count, needs 5 more seats for majority
TVK holds the top position in Tamil Nadu's 234-seat assembly count, with a tally of 113 seats — 10 declared wins and leads in 103 more — leaving the party just 5 seats short of the 118 needed for a majority. DMK follows with a tally of 51, having won 6 and leading in 45. AIADMK is leading in 47 constituencies with no wins confirmed so far.
19:32 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: DMK leads as counting progresses in Tamil Nadu seat
In Coimbatore (South), DMK's V Senthilbalaji is currently leading the count with 43,956 votes, holding a margin of 6,167 over TVK's V. Senthilkumar, who has gathered 37,789 votes so far. With no star flag active among the candidates in this constituency, the contest here rests on constituency-level trends, and counting remains underway in this Tamil Nadu seat.
19:21 (IST) May 04
NDA leads in enough seats to cross majority mark in Puducherry
In Puducherry, where 30 assembly seats are up for grabs and 16 are needed for a majority, the NDA is leading in enough seats to cross that mark if the current trends hold. The alliance has won 13 seats outright and is leading in 5 more, giving it a tally of 18. SPA has won 2 seats and is leading in 3, bringing its tally to 5. Candidates from other parties and independents cumulatively hold a tally of 7, with 5 seats won and 2 leads in hand.
19:10 (IST) May 04
Singanallur Election Results 2026: TVK's K.S.Sri Giri Prasath leads by over 21,000 votes
In the Singanallur constituency of Tamil Nadu, TVK candidate K.S.Sri Giri Prasath is currently leading with 65,212 votes, holding a margin of 21,194 over AIADMK's K.R.Jayaram, who has accumulated 44,018 votes and is trailing. The seat is currently held by ADMK's Jayaram, K.R. Counting is still underway and the final result is yet to be declared.
19:00 (IST) May 04
TVK leads Tamil Nadu count, five seats short of majority mark
TVK is the front-runner in Tamil Nadu's 234-seat assembly, holding a tally of 113 seats — 10 declared wins and leads in 103 more — leaving the party just five seats short of the 118 needed for a majority. DMK sits at a tally of 51, with 6 won and 45 leading. AIADMK is leading in 47 constituencies with no wins confirmed so far, as counting continues across the state.
18:49 (IST) May 04
Coimbatore (South) Election Result: DMK leads as counting continues
In Coimbatore (South), Tamil Nadu, DMK's V Senthilbalaji is currently leading the count with 43,956 votes, holding a margin of 6,167 over TVK's V. Senthilkumar, who has gathered 37,789 votes so far. The sitting BJP legislator Vanathi Srinivasan does not figure among the candidates presently reflected in the count, while results in this constituency are yet to be declared.
18:38 (IST) May 04
UDF leads in enough seats to cross Kerala majority mark
In Kerala, where 71 seats are needed for a majority in the 140-seat assembly, the UDF is leading in enough seats to cross that mark if the current leads hold. The alliance has won 68 seats and is leading in 19 more, taking its tally to 87. The LDF has won 30 seats and is leading in 6, giving it a tally of 36, well short of the majority mark. Candidates from other parties and independents cumulatively account for a tally of 17 seats in the state.
18:28 (IST) May 04
Kinathukadavu Election Results 2026: TVK's Vignesh K leads with 11,710-vote margin
In Kinathukadavu, Tamil Nadu, TVK candidate Vignesh K is currently leading with 99,950 votes, holding an 11,710-vote margin over DMK's Sabari Karthikeyan K.V.K.S, who has tallied 88,240 votes and is trailing at this stage of counting. The seat is currently held by AIADMK's Damodaran S, who is not among the top 3 candidates presently reflected in the leading positions as counting continues.
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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.
Coimbatore (South) is a General constituency in Tamil Nadu, falling under the Coimbatore Lok Sabha segment. 31 candidates are contesting in 2026: Amman K.Arjunan (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), V Senthilbalaji (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam), Perarivalan. V (Naam Tamilar Katchi), Gokula Krishnan.S (Tamizhaga Vaazhvurimai Katchi), V. Senthilkumar (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam), B. Dhandapani (New Generation Peoples Party), G. Maheshwaran (Tamizhaga Murpokku Makkal Katchi), N. Abilazan (Independent), Imthiyas (Independent), P. Kathiravan (Independent), Gopalakrishnan (Independent), P. Sangararaj (Independent), J. Suriyakumar (Independent), M. Senthilkumar (Independent), V. Senthilkumar (Independent), K. Dinesh Kumar (Independent), P. Palanivel (Independent), J. Praveenkumar (Independent), T. Magizhan (Independent), P. Manoj (Independent), B. Yuvaraj (Independent), S. Rangaraj (Independent), M. Ravichandran (Independent), K.S. Rajagopal (Independent), K. Rajapandian (Independent), D. Vigneshwaran (Independent), K. Vijayan (Independent), Venkatachalam Paramasivam (Independent), V. Velmurugan (Independent), M. John Bosco (Independent), and L. Hakkim (Independent). In the 2021 Assembly Election, Vanathi Srinivasan of the Bharatiya Janata Party won Coimbatore (South) with a margin of 1,728 votes. The runner-up was Kamal Haasan of the MNM. round-by-round trends from Coimbatore (South) will be closely tracked. The constituency's result will add to Tamil Nadu's state-wide tally across its 234 Assembly segments. This Live Blog is AI-assisted using data from Pvalue.