Tamil Nadu’s 85% Voter Turnout Sparks Tug-of-War, Vijay Credits Children, Chennai Turns Yellow

Tamil Nadu’s record 85.15% voter turnout has triggered competing political narratives, as DMK calls it pro-incumbency while AIADMK terms it anti-incumbency. TVK chief Vijay claims the surge reflects a clear public mandate, crediting children for encouraging families to vote and calling it a people-powered movement. NDTV’s Sam Daniel tracks the turnout patterns, with western districts crossing 90% and Chennai witnessing a sharp surge. Beyond politics, Chennai’s public spaces have turned yellow with sunflower gardens at Ripon Building, with plans to expand across the city, including Marina Beach. NDTV's Sam Daniel Stalin brings you the details.