Neyveli Assembly Constituency – Election Details, MLAs, Results, Candidates & Vote Share
Constituency No: 153
Location Highlights: Neyveli is a prominent township in Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, well known for its vast lignite mines and Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC India Ltd). The region is a major hub for power generation, supplying electricity to several South Indian states. Neyveli features well-planned residential sectors, educational institutions, and modern infrastructure developed around the mining industry while maintaining a peaceful environment with greenery and organized layouts.
Demographics: The constituency has a mixed population comprising industrial workers, government employees, and rural communities. It reflects a blend of urban township lifestyle and traditional Tamil culture.
Main Industries: Lignite Mining, Power Generation, Industrial Services, Local Trade
Administrative Divisions:
- Neyveli Township
- Surrounding Rural Areas
Borders: Surrounded by constituencies in Cuddalore district and falls under Cuddalore Lok Sabha constituency.
2021 Assembly Election Results:
- Winner: Saba Rajendran (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) – 75,177 votes
- Runner-up: K. Jagan (Pattali Makkal Katchi) – 74,200 votes
Voter Details:
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Men: | 108,936 |
| Women: | 108,935 |
| Third Gender: | 17 |
| Total Voters: | 217,888 |
MLA History:
| MLA Name | Year | Party |
|---|---|---|
| M. P. S. Sivasubramaniyan | 2011 | All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam |
| Saba Rajendran | 2016 | Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam |
| Saba Rajendran | 2021 | Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam |
