Tamil Nadu byelections: why are only two constituencies going to polls instead of seven?
In all, seven constituencies are without MLAs in Tamil Nadu. But only Madurantakam and Dharapuram will go to the polls on October 6, 2026
A Tamil Nadu widow seeking to have Chief Minister Vijay's free bus scheme declared unconstitutional filed a writ petition in the Madras High Court. N Kalamani, owner of a private bus company, argues that the "Vettri Payanam" scheme, offering free rides to women and transgender individuals, will harm her business and violate constitutional principles.
She claims that the scheme would force private operators to shut down operations and that fare collection is required by law, citing provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and Tamil Nadu Motor Vehicle Rules. Kalamani's request for an interim stay on the scheme's implementation was denied on October 2, when it was expanded to cover more services and buses.
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