Tamil Nadu Voter War: EPS Accuses DMK Of 'Vote Theft', Stalin Hits Back

A major political showdown has erupted in Tamil Nadu over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, with allegations of foul play from all sides. The AIADMK, led by E. Palaniswami, and the BJP have accused the ruling DMK of using the exercise to wrongfully remove opposition voters, while Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has fired back, alleging a conspiracy to disenfranchise the poor. An opposition leader stated that the controversy 'is going to be a shot in the foot for the DMK at this time around because people are aware of what is happening.' The DMK and its allies have called for a statewide protest against the SIR exercise on November 11, claiming the timeline is too short and coincides with the monsoon season. The party has also moved the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission's directive. This has set the stage for a bitter confrontation as both Dravidian majors prepare for the crucial 2026 polls.