Tamil Nadu Assembly election 2026: Modakkurichi struggles to bridge gap between agrarian strength and development

2026-03-26 - 11:50

Modakkurichi entered the national spotlight during the 1996 Assembly election, when 1,016 farmers contested as independents to press for their demands. This highlighted deep agrarian distress and contributed to electoral reforms. Many of the issues raised then, particularly those related to farm incomes, irrigation and infrastructure, persist.