Y.G.Mahalakshmi

Y.G. Mahalakshmi is a 33-year-old graduate and self-employed professional contesting from Alandur constituency on a Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) ticket. She represents a party that has been steadily gaining ground in Tamil Nadu politics, positioning itself as a Tamil nationalist alternative to the mainstream Dravidian parties DMK and AIADMK. While specific details about her individual political career and achievements are limited in available sources, she is part of NTK's broader strategy to challenge established political forces in the state. The Alandur constituency has historically seen diverse political representation, with NTK's previous candidate Dr. R. Karthikeyan securing 16,522 votes (6.95%) in the 2021 Assembly elections. Mahalakshmi's candidacy comes at a time when NTK, led by Seeman, has been making significant inroads in Tamil Nadu politics, particularly among younger voters seeking alternatives to traditional parties. With declared assets of Rs. 9.69 lakhs and liabilities of Rs. 5.52 lakhs, Mahalakshmi presents a modest financial profile typical of many first-time or emerging political candidates. Her clean criminal record aligns with NTK's attempt to field candidates without legal complications. Voters should note that while NTK has been gaining momentum and achieving state-recognized party status, individual information about Mahalakshmi's specific contributions, policy positions, or local development work in Alandur remains limited in public discourse, making her largely an untested candidate riding on her party's growing influence.