DMK To Contest 164 Seats, 70 For Allies In TN Polls

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announced DMK will contest 164 of 234 assembly seats, leaving 70 for allies, including Congress, VCK, CPI, CPI(M), and MDMK. Key Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, and Ooty seats are highlighted. The candidate list mixes experienced leaders and 60+ newcomers, including professionals and 18 women. DMK manifesto release is set for March 29.