CPI(M) candidate file papers for Cumbum

The CPI(M) candidate and party’s district secretary K. Rajappan (65) of Bodi, submitted two nomination papers.
Four corner contest

In the absence of AIADMK, MDMK and PMK, major political parties that have decided to boycott the bypoll, the constituency will witness a four corner contest. (It was a three corner contest in 2006 Assembly poll.)

Last date for nominations today

The last date for filing nominations is Wednesday.

Scrutiny of nominations will take place on July 30 and the last date for withdrawal of nominations is August 1.

Counting process on August 21

Polling will be on August 18 and counting of votes will be taken upon August 21.

(Courtesy : The Hindu)