Perumal. S

Perumal S is a 75-year-old Independent politician from Omalur constituency in Salem district, Tamil Nadu. A graduate by education, he has declared no profession in his affidavit and maintains modest assets of Rs. 11.9 lakh (Rs. 1.4 lakh movable and Rs. 10.5 lakh immovable) with no liabilities or criminal cases. His political career appears limited to a single documented electoral contest in 2021, where he performed poorly against established party candidates. In the 2021 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections, Perumal contested from Omalur as an Independent candidate but suffered a decisive defeat. The constituency was won by R. Mani of the AIADMK with 142,488 votes (57.59%), while Perumal came second to last among major candidates. He was not a significant contender in the 2016 or 2011 elections, when the seat was contested primarily between AIADMK, DMK, and PMK candidates. The Omalur constituency (number 84) comprises a portion of Omalur taluk and forms part of the larger Salem Lok Sabha constituency. Perumal has virtually no digital presence, with no traceable social media profiles, documented community work, or media coverage of his political activities. His candidature as an Independent without party machinery, combined with his lack of visible achievements or grassroots organization, suggests he is a marginal political figure with limited electoral prospects. His declared profession as 'N.A.' at age 75 raises questions about his income sources and what he brings to the table as a representative. Voters should note that Perumal represents the category of fringe Independent candidates with no demonstrated political track record, party support, or visible development agenda. With no documented achievements, minimal financial resources, and a poor electoral showing in 2021, he appears to lack the organizational capacity and public support necessary for effective representation.