Raja. K

Raja K is a 40-year-old auto driver contesting as an Independent candidate from the Cheyyur (SC) constituency in Tamil Nadu. With a 10th standard education and declared assets of Rs. 9.05 lakhs (including movable assets of Rs. 3.05 lakhs and immovable assets of Rs. 6 lakhs), Raja represents a grassroots candidacy typical of independent contestants in reserved constituencies. His financial profile aligns with his declared profession as an auto driver, with liabilities of Rs. 2.03 lakhs, likely representing personal or vehicle loans. No web presence, media coverage, or previous electoral history could be found for Raja K, suggesting this may be his first attempt at electoral politics. The Cheyyur constituency has historically favored established party candidates, with the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) winning in 2021 through M. Babu, and the DMK and AIADMK alternating victories in previous elections. Independent candidates in this constituency have typically received minimal vote shares, with one Independent in 2011 receiving just 1.53% of votes. Raja K's affidavit shows no criminal cases or serious charges, presenting a clean legal record. However, the complete absence of any development work, public statements, or campaign visibility raises questions about his electoral viability and organizational support. For voters in Cheyyur, this candidate represents an option outside the established party system, but with no documented track record of public service or community engagement to evaluate. His candidacy appears to be a personal political initiative without significant backing or infrastructure.