Ganesan V.G.

Ganesan V.G., 51, is a third-time AIADMK candidate from Virudhunagar constituency in Tamil Nadu's firecracker manufacturing hub. A 10th pass businessman involved in firecracker production, he has declared assets worth Rs. 56.98 crore, a remarkably high figure that includes Rs. 18.5 crore in movable assets and Rs. 38.5 crore in immovable assets, along with liabilities of Rs. 5 crore. His political career has been marked by consecutive electoral defeats—losing to DMK's A.R.R. Seenivasan in both 2016 (by 2,870 votes or 1.87%) and 2021 (by approximately 17,000 votes or 11%), showing a significant decline in voter support over five years. Despite two electoral campaigns, Ganesan has virtually no documented public presence, social media footprint, or recorded development activities in Virudhunagar. Web searches yield no verified profiles, public statements, or community engagement activities attributed to him. His affidavit declares one criminal case (Crime No. 115/2024 from Elayirampannai Police Station) filed just before the 2026 election, though details about the nature of charges remain undisclosed and unavailable in public records. Ganesan's constituency, Virudhunagar, is the heart of Tamil Nadu's firecracker industry and recently witnessed a tragic factory explosion that killed multiple workers, prompting his party AIADMK to criticize the ruling DMK government for safety lapses. However, no evidence exists of Ganesan himself advocating for industry safety reforms or worker welfare despite being a firecracker businessman. His widening defeat margins suggest declining voter confidence, and his lack of visible public service or documented achievements raises questions about his effectiveness as a constituency representative. Voters should note the stark contrast between his declared wealth (Rs. 57 crore) and his educational background (10th pass), two consecutive electoral defeats with worsening margins, a recent criminal case with undisclosed details, and complete absence of documented development work or public engagement in a constituency that desperately needs attention to industrial safety and worker welfare issues.