Press Release

Liquor Retail Shops and Bars to Remain Closed

In Dindigul district, in view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections – 2026, and to ensure that the elections are conducted in a free, fair, peaceful, and orderly manner, all Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) retail vending shops licensed under the Tamil Nadu Liquor Retail Vending (Shops and Bars) Rules, 2003 (Rule 12(2)), […]

District Election Officer Inspects Dispatch of Election Materials.

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections – 2026, the District Election Officer and District Collector inspected the dispatch of more than 200 election materials being sent to all 7 Assembly constituencies in Dindigul district. [PDF 64KB]

Human Chain Awareness Programme

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections – 2026, the District Election Officer and District Collector inaugurated a Human Chain Awareness Programme organized by the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS), in which more than 500 Anganwadi workers from 14 blocks participated, emphasizing 100% voter turnout. [PDF 72KB]

Door-to-Door Distribution of Voter Information Slips

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections – 2026, and to emphasize 100% voter turnout, the District Election Officer and District Collector personally inspected the door-to-door distribution of voter information slips to voters in various areas under the 129-Athoor Assembly Constituency and 130-Nilakottai Assembly Constituency. [PDF 70KB]

TNLA 2026 – TNSLRM – “Thithikkum Therthal Thiruvizha” – Awareness Program

“Thithikkum Therthal Thiruvizha” – Mr. S. Saravanan, I.A.S., DEO / District Collector, inaugurated an awareness program organized by the Tamil Nadu State Rural Livelihoods Mission. Sweet Election Festival 600 SHG’s Groups and 26 intricate Rangoli to to emphasize the importance of achieving 100% voter. [PDF 74KB]

Postal Voting Centres.

On the occasion of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election – 2026, employees belonging to 12 essential service departments—including the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (Distribution), and Southern Railway—who will be engaged in essential duties on the polling day, can cast their votes at the Postal Voting Centres on 19.04.2026, […]

Fitting/affixing the candidates’ symbols on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

The candidate setting work, i.e., affixing the candidates’ symbols on the electronic voting machines, is scheduled to be carried out over two days, on 16.04.2026 and 17.04.2026. [PDF 58.1 KB]

Postal Vote

In view of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections, arrangements have been made for police personnel engaged in election duty to cast their postal votes at the Facilitation Centre on 19.04.2026 and 20.04.2026. This was informed by the District Election Officer and District Collector, Thiru. S. Saravanan, I.A.S. [PDF 63KB]

Second Round Randomization of EVMs and Micro Observers for Polling Booths

In view of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections, the second round randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and the second round randomization of Micro Observers appointed for sensitive polling stations in Dindigul district were conducted in the presence of the District Election Officer and District Collector, Thiru. S. Saravanan, I.A.S., along with […]

Consultation Meeting

In view of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections, a consultation meeting was held regarding the rules to be followed and the procedures for advertisements carried out through social media in connection with the elections. The meeting was conducted with social media influencers and administrators managing the social media accounts of political parties […]

Coffee with Collector: Interaction with First-Time Voters

In view of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections, and with the objective of achieving 100% voter turnout, a discussion program titled ‘Coffee with Collector’ was organized for first-time voters. The event was presided over by the District Election Officer and District Collector, Mr. S. Saravanan, I.A.S. [PDF 70KB]  

Equality Day Pledge

On behalf of the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, Madurai (Limited), Dindigul Region, the Equality Day pledge was taken under the leadership of General Manager Thiru M. Muthugirushnan. [PDF 963KB]

District Election Officer Launches Distribution of Invitations, Voter Information Slips, and Awareness Kits to Voters.

The District Election Officer and District Collector today (12.04.2026) launched the distribution of voter information slips by visiting households and distributing betel leaves, areca nut, fruits, invitations, voter information slips, and awareness kits to voters. [PDF 67KB]

Second Phase Training Session Inspected in Person by the District Election Officer.

In connection with the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, the District Election Officer and District Collector personally visited and inspected the second phase training session being conducted at St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School for Presiding Officers and Polling Officers (1, 2, and 3) of the 132-Dindigul Assembly Constituency. The training focused on the […]

Seizure Details Released by Flying Squads and SST Teams.

The details of seizures made up to today (06.04.2026) in Dindigul district by the Flying Squad Teams (FST) and the Static Surveillance Teams (SST) engaged in election monitoring duties are as follows. [PDF 140KB]

District Election Officer Reviews Dispatch of Electoral Rolls and Election Materials to Polling Stations.

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, the District Election Officer and District Collector personally inspected the arrangements for dispatching voter lists and essential election materials from the District Collectorate to 2,301 polling stations set up across 7 Assembly constituencies in Dindigul district. The inspection was carried out today (10.04.2026).

District Election Officer Inspects Polling Station Centre

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, the District Election Officer conducted a direct inspection of a polling station falling under the 133 Vedasandur Assembly Constituency. [PDF 62KB]

Vehicle Checks Conducted at District Borders for Incoming and Outgoing Traffic

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, appropriate action will be taken against officials engaged in election duty who fail to follow the Model Code of Conduct, informed the District Election Officer. [PDF 67KB]

Women Self-Help Group Awareness Event

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, an awareness program emphasizing 100% voter turnout was conducted at the Dindigul District Collectorate by Women Self-Help Group members using mobile torch lights. The event was held under the leadership of the District Election Officer and District Collector. [PDF 70KB]

Seizure Details Released by Flying Squads and SST Teams.

The details of seizures made up to today (06.04.2026) in Dindigul district by the Flying Squad Teams (FST) and the Static Surveillance Teams (SST) engaged in election monitoring duties are as follows. [PDT 58KB]

Guidelines Issued on Conducting Voting for Differently Abled and 85+ Voters and Post-Poll Procedures.

A training session and review meeting for officials appointed to collect postal ballots from differently abled voters and voters aged above 85 was held today (09.04.2026) at the Dindigul District Collectorate meeting hall, under the chairmanship of the District Election Officer and District Collector. [PDF 58KB]

Candidates Eligible to Contest in 7 Assembly Constituencies.

The details of candidates eligible to contest in the 7 Assembly constituencies in Dindigul district are as follows. [PDF 72KB]

District Election Officer Launches Two New Mobile Applications for Official Use

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, the Dindigul District Administration has developed two new mobile applications—‘Neyam’, designed for persons with disabilities, and ‘VoteAble’, developed for election officials. These two applications were formally launched for use by the District Election Officer and District Collector, Mr. S. Saravanan, I.A.S., [PDF 77KB]

Explosives Shops and Storage Units to Remain Closed on Specified Dates.

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, polling will be held across Tamil Nadu on 23.04.2026 and counting of votes will take place on 04.05.2026. Therefore, as per Government Order No. (D) 454, Home (Police-XIII) Department, dated 18.03.2026, all explosives sales shops and explosives storage units (magazines) across Tamil Nadu shall […]

Training for Micro-observers

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election – 2026, a training session for Micro Observers was conducted at the Conference Hall of the District Collectorate, Dindigul, under the chairmanship of the District Election Officer and District Collector, Thiru C. Saravanan, I.A.S. [PDF 71KB]

Awareness Program Conducted Emphasizing 100% Voter Turnout

In view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections 2026, an awareness rally emphasizing 100% voter turnout was conducted, in which more than 100 persons with disabilities participated using petrol scooters fitted with attachment wheels. The rally was flagged off by the District Election Officer and District Collector, Mr. C. Saravanan, IAS. [PDF 78 […]

Second Phase Training for Polling Officers.

Arrangements have been made to conduct the second phase of training classes for polling officers constituency-wise on 11.04.2026 (Saturday) at the following schools and colleges. [PDF 70KB]

Marathon Awareness Run Promoting 100% Voting Ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026.

A Marathon Awareness Run was conducted with the objective of creating awareness among the public about achieving 100% voter turnout in view of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections 2026. The event was flagged off by the District Superintendent of Police, Mr. Pradeep, IPS, and the Assistant Collector (Trainee), Ms. S. Vinodhini, IAS. [PDF […]

Seizure Details Released by Flying Squads and SST Teams.

The details of seizures made up to today (06.04.2026) in Dindigul district by the Flying Squad Teams (FST) and the Static Surveillance Teams (SST) engaged in election monitoring duties are as follows. [PDF 57KB]

Total number of nomination papers filed in 7 Assembly constituencies.

The process of receiving nomination papers in all 7 Assembly constituencies of Dindigul district commenced on 30.03.2026. Accordingly, the details of the total nomination papers received in the 7 Assembly constituencies of Dindigul district from 30.03.2026 to 06.04.2026 (today) are as follows. [PDF 77KB]

TNLA -2026 – An awareness program was held for more than 600 first-generation voters

An awareness program was held for more than 600 first-generation voters, male and female, to emphasize 100% election turnout by drawing the Devanku awareness logo named DINDU and decorating it with 20 types of vegetables. PDF 64KB

TNLA-2026 – A wall painting competition was held for 40 students from 10 colleges.

In anticipation of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections 2026, a mural painting competition was held on the walls of the District Collector’s Camp office for 40 students from 10 colleges in Dindigul district, emphasizing the environment and 100% election turnout. [PDF 64KB]

TNLA 2026 – General Elections – voter awareness program conducted for first-time voters

TNLA – General Elections Mr.S.Saravanan, I.A.S., DEO/District Collector, inaugurated and created awareness regarding a voter awareness program—conducted for first-time voters and the general public at the model polling station established at the C.S.I. Government-Aided Middle School, located within the Palayamkottai Panchayat limits of the Athoor Assembly Constituency. [PDF 74KB] . .

In summer days children must be prevented from visiting unsafe water bodies

During the summer holidays, children must be prevented from visiting unsafe water bodies. [PDF 57KB]

Assembly Election – Nomination Received Details

Details of total nomination papers received in 7 Assembly constituencies in Dindigul district from 30.03.2026 to 04.04.2026 [PDF 77KB]

District Electoral Officer Inspects Counting Centre.

The District Electoral Officer and District Collector, Mr. S. Saravanan, I.A.S., today (03.04.2026) personally visited and inspected the ongoing preparatory works and security arrangements at the Muthanampatti Anna University College of Engineering, where the vote counting centre has been established. [PDF 67 KB]

Flying Squad and Surveillance Teams Report Seizures on April 3, 2026.

In Dindigul district, on 03.04.2026, the details of seizures made by the Flying Squad Teams (FST) and Static Surveillance Teams (SST), which were engaged in election monitoring duties, are as follows. [PDF 59 KB]

District Electoral Officer Conducts Surprise Inspection with Police Superintendent.

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly General Elections 2026, the District Electoral Officer and District Collector, Mr. C. Saravanan, I.A.S., conducted an on-the-spot surprise inspection today (03.04.2026) in Dindigul District, in the presence of District Superintendent of Police, Mr. P. Pradeep, I.P.S. The inspection focused on the night-time election monitoring activities being carried out by […]

Details of items seized by the Flying Surveillance Team (FST) and the Static Surveillance Team (SST).

As part of the election monitoring activities in Dindigul District today (02.04.2026), the details of items seized by the Flying Squad (FST) and the Static Surveillance Team (SST) are as follows.[PDF 58KB]

Details of the total nomination papers received in the 7 Assembly Constituencies of Dindigul District

The process of receiving nomination papers in all 7 Assembly Constituencies of Dindigul District commenced on 30.03.2026. Accordingly, as of today (02.04.2026), the details of the total nomination papers received in the 7 Assembly Constituencies of Dindigul District are as follows.[PDF 76KB]

The Election Commission has announced a change in the Election Observer

The details of the change of appointed election observers for Dindigul District 132-Dindigul Assembly Constituency and 133-Vedasandur Assembly Constituency are as follows[PDF 53KB]

Paid Leave for Workers on Election Day under Section 135B to Ensure 100% Voting Participation.

All workers with voting rights, including daily-wage, temporary, and contract employees working in factories, construction companies, and public sector organizations in the Dindigul and Theni districts, who are from the states of Kerala, Assam, and the Union Territory of Puducherry, should be granted paid leave under Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act, […]

One Vote, One Tree – Awareness Event

An awareness event conducted to emphasize 100% voter turnout in the election

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly General Elections 2026, Assistant Collector (Training) Dr. S. Vinothini, I.A.S., inaugurated an awareness programme held today (02.04.2026) at the Slender Loris Conservation Centre in Ayyalur, Dindigul district, to emphasize 100% voter turnout among first-generation college student voters.[PDF 70KB]

Meeting regarding adherence to the Model Code of Conduct.

Assembly General Election 2026- A meeting was conducted with petrol bunk owners and gas cylinder distributors regarding compliance with the Model Code of Conduct.[PDF 414 KB]

Assembly General Election 2026 – Polling Station Inspection.

In connection with the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Election 2026, the polling station located in the 132-Dindigul Assembly Constituency was inspected in person by the District Election Officer/ District Collector, Thiru.S.Saravanan, I.A.S.,[PDF 63 KB]    

Assembly General Election 2026 – A marathon event to promote voting.

2026 Legislative Assembly General Election – A marathon event to promote voting.[PDF 66KB]

Assembly General Election 2026 – Review meeting on the ongoing election expenditure monitoring.

2026 Legislative Assembly General Election – Review Meeting on Ongoing Election-Related Expenditures. [PDF 413 KB]

Seizure Details Released by Flying Squads and SST Teams.

Assembly General Election 2026-Details of the seizures made by the Flying Squad Teams (FST) and the Static Surveillance Teams (SST) are as follows. [PDF 58 KB]

Assembly General Election 2026 – Sveep Awareness.(Mahalir Thittam)

Prior to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly General Elections, a voter awareness session was held at the Transgender Colony in Reddiyapatti, Dindigul District, emphasizing the importance of 100% voter turnout. [PDF 65 KB]