Durairajan.M

Durairajan.M is a 57-year-old auto driver from Thirumayam, Tamil Nadu, who has been a persistent Independent candidate in the constituency for over a decade. With an 8th standard education and minimal assets (Rs. 60,000 in movable assets and no immovable property), he represents the grassroots working-class candidacy in Tamil Nadu politics. Despite his economic constraints, he has contested three consecutive Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections in 2006, 2011, and 2016, though with diminishing electoral returns each time. His electoral journey shows a pattern of decline: in 2006, he secured 1,462 votes (1.24% vote share); in 2011, 1,457 votes (1.08%); and in 2016, just 1,046 votes (0.77%). He did not contest in 2021, but is now attempting another run. Throughout his political career, Durairajan has never aligned with any political party, maintaining his Independent status. No Wikipedia page, MyNeta profile, or significant media coverage exists for him, suggesting he operates entirely at the local level without broader political infrastructure or support. No controversies, legal cases, or allegations have been found against Durairajan.M. His affidavit declares zero criminal cases and zero liabilities. However, his minimal financial assets and declining vote share raise questions about his campaign resources and electoral viability. Voters should know that while Durairajan represents a clean, working-class alternative free from criminal records, his three consecutive electoral defeats and shrinking vote base indicate limited political traction or impact in Thirumayam constituency.