PM Modi Leads High-Voltage Roadshow in Puducherry Ahead of April 9 Polls

PUDUCHERRY – Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined Chief Minister N. Rangasamy for a massive roadshow on Friday, signaling a final push for the NDA before the Union Territory heads to the polls on April 9, 2026.

The election has evolved into a high-stakes triangular contest, marked by the debut of actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), which is challenging the established dominance of both the NDA and the Congress-DMK alliance.

Key Election Dynamics:

• The Ruling Alliance: The BJP is contesting 14 seats alongside the NR Congress (16 seats), aiming to expand its footprint despite internal friction over statehood demands and the inclusion of the LJK party.
• The Opposition: The Congress (16 seats) and DMK (14 seats) are fighting to regain power, though they face internal challenges after denying a ticket to former CM V. Narayanasamy.
• Strategic Gateway: For the BJP, this election is a critical precursor to its expansion strategy in neighboring Tamil Nadu.

With several rebel candidates in the fray and a new third front, the April 9 vote is expected to be one of the most unpredictable in Puducherry's political history.