Balu. M

Balu M, 46, is a graduate professional contesting from Manachanallur constituency in Tamil Nadu on a Puthiya Tamilagam party ticket. He declares himself as self-employed with total assets of Rs. 5.61 lakh (all movable assets with no immovable property) and liabilities of Rs. 2.25 lakh. His financial declaration raises questions about asset accumulation for someone of his age and education level. The most concerning aspect of his candidature is the declaration of 3 serious criminal cases with charges including Section 307 IPC (Attempt to Murder), Section 324 (Voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous weapons), Section 147 and 148 (Rioting and rioting armed with deadly weapon), along with other sections related to unlawful assembly, wrongful restraint, and disobedience to public servant orders. These are grave charges involving violence and law and order violations, though the current status or context of these cases remains unclear. Despite extensive web searches, there is no verifiable information about Balu M's political career, community work, development initiatives, or public service activities. No news articles, social media discussions, or voter sentiment could be found regarding his candidature or activities in Manachanallur. This complete absence of digital footprint is unusual for a political candidate in the modern era. Voters in Manachanallur should note that while Puthiya Tamilagam is a recognized party in Tamil Nadu focused on Dalit rights and social justice, this specific candidate has serious criminal charges pending and minimal verifiable track record of public service or political achievements. The lack of transparency about his professional activities, source of income, and the nature of pending criminal cases should be important considerations for informed voting decisions.