Vanniyar factor, Maragatham’s connect matter at Maduranthakam

Campaigning for the bypoll at Maduranthakam is shaping up more as a contest over Maragatham Kumaravel’s personal ground connect, with voters divided across TVK, AIADMK and DMK. With the PMK staying neutral, the Vanniyar vote could be crucial, while TVK’s alliance support and Maragatham’s cross-community appeal add another layer to an already closely watched contest.