Kamal Haasan’s MNM Seeks Common Election Symbol for 2026 Tamil Nadu Polls
The DMK ally aims to firm up voter recognition well in advance of the state contest.
Overview
- A party delegation submitted the request at the Election Commission of India headquarters in New Delhi.
- The application asks for a common symbol selected from a preferred list of 10 options for MNM candidates.
- The poll panel has not yet issued a decision on the allotment.
- MNM used the 'battery torch' symbol in the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
- Party statements describe the step as part of early organisational preparation and coordination within the DMK-led alliance ahead of 2026.