Tamil Nadu election 2026: Sivaganga constituency, an administrative capital eclipsed by Karaikudi’s political clout

Despite its rich legacy as the land of freedom fighters like Queen Velu Nachiyar and the Maruthu Brothers, and its cultural pride as the home of legendary poets such as Okkur Masathiyar and Kambar, the Sivaganga Assembly Constituency—the administrative heart of the district—is often cited for its persistent developmental lag. 

With a total electorate of 2,76,156 voters—comprising 1,35,113 men and 1,41,038 women—this constituency has been a consistent stronghold for the AIADMK since 2001, with the exception of the 2006 and 2011 terms. Following this trend, the incumbent MLA, P.R. Senthilnathan (AIADMK), is slated to contest again in the upcoming 2026 Assembly elections.