India, May 4 -- Dusi K. Mohan, a senior politician from Tiruvannamalai district, has emerged as a key figure in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. A former MLA and long-time member of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, Mohan made headlines after switching allegiance to actor Vijay's newly launched Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam ahead of the polls.

His defection came after he was denied a party ticket for his traditional constituency, leading to his expulsion from the AIADMK. Now contesting from Cheyyar as a TVK candidate, Mohan is positioning himself as a strong local contender in what is shaping up to be a closely watched contest.

Hailing from Tiruvannamalai, Dusi K. Mohan has built a strong grassroots presence over the years...