As Tamil Nadu heads to the polls for the 2026 Assembly Elections today, April 23, veteran Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin was spotted fulfilling his civic duty in Chennai.
Accompanying him was his wife, Prithi Narayanan, as the couple arrived at their local polling station to cast their votes. Known for being an active voice on social and civic issues, Ashwin’s appearance at the booth highlights the ongoing participation of high-profile personalities in the state’s democratic process.
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#WATCH | Tamil Nadu Elections 2026 | Cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin and his wife Prithi Narayanan arrived at a polling station in Chennai to cast their vote. pic.twitter.com/TYfQOei1Wm
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After casting his vote, Ashwin emphasized the significance of the election for the state and encouraged citizens to take part actively.
“I think this is a very important election in Tamil Nadu. Just wanted to come and exercise my right. I have done my job; now everybody has to do theirs. Hopefully, whoever comes to power will change the face of Tamil Nadu.”
Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: Key Details
Poll Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Location: Single-phase voting across all 234 assembly constituencies.
Result Date: Counting of votes is scheduled for May 4, 2026.
High-Profile Voters
Alongside Ashwin, other major figures including Chief Minister MK Stalin, Rajinikanth, Ajith Kumar, and Udhayanidhi Stalin have also been seen casting their ballots at various stations across Chennai today.
The 2026 election is being viewed as a significant turning point in Tamil Nadu politics, featuring a multi-cornered contest between the ruling DMK-led alliance, the AIADMK, and newer political entrants.
Congress Chief Kharge: Defend Constitutional Values
Mallikarjun Kharge, president of the Indian National Congress, urged voters in Tamil Nadu to turn out in large numbers for the Assembly elections, describing the contest as a crucial effort to protect core democratic principles.
“The fight today is to secure your rights. The fight is to protect federalism, rationality, equality, justice and freedom,” he said in a post on X.
“It is also to ensure inclusive welfare and retain the ideals of social justice espoused by your icons. It is time for you to exercise your Democratic right and take a stand against those who want to snatch your federal rights,” he added.
