B. Dhandapani

B. Dhandapani, 53, is contesting from Coimbatore (South) constituency in Tamil Nadu on a New Generation Peoples Party ticket. With a 5th standard education, he declares his profession as both gas delivery worker and film producer—an unusual combination that raises questions about his career trajectory. He has declared assets worth Rs. 90.75 lakh, all in movable assets with no immovable property, which is atypical for someone claiming to be involved in film production, an industry that typically requires substantial capital and infrastructure investment. Dhandapani has one criminal case registered against him under Section 353 IPC (Assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharge of duty), though it is not classified as a serious IPC offense. The circumstances and current status of this case are not publicly available. Despite contesting from a major urban constituency in Coimbatore, there is no traceable public record of his political career, film production work, or community engagement. The complete absence of any media coverage, social media presence, or public statements is striking for a candidate contesting from Coimbatore South, a significant constituency. No campaign materials, party announcements, or voter outreach efforts could be located through available sources. The New Generation Peoples Party itself has minimal public visibility, and Dhandapani's candidacy appears to have generated no public discussion or media attention. Voters should note that this candidate has virtually no verifiable public track record in either politics or film production. The lack of any digital footprint, media interviews, or documented work makes it impossible to assess his qualifications, political vision, or ability to represent the constituency effectively. His dual profession claim and asset declaration pattern warrant scrutiny.