DMK seeks ECI action against TVK Dharapuram candidate over alleged poll expenditure violation
The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has asked the Election Commission to investigate a Tamil Vanniyar Katchi candidate in Dharapuram for allegedly exceeding permitted campaign spending. DMK legislator S. Austin filed the grievance with Chief Electoral Officer Archana Patnaik at the Chennai secretariat, seeking action under election rules. The complaint cites specific financial disclosures and requests a formal inquiry.