Chennai South Lok Sabha constituency, Parliamentary constituency in Chennai, India
Chennai South Lok Sabha constituency covers six assembly segments: Virugampakkam, Saidapet, Thiyagarayanagar, Mylapore, Velachery, and Sholinganallur. These areas combine to form a single election district for India's lower house of parliament.
This electoral division was created in 1957 when the original Madras constituency was split. T. T. Krishnamachari from the Indian National Congress won as its first representative.
This electoral district brings together neighborhoods at different stages of development, from well-settled areas to newer zones. Residents speak Tamil and other languages while maintaining diverse traditions rooted in Tamil Nadu.
Residents can register to vote and check their polling location through the Electoral Commission of India website. Local administrative offices also assist with registration questions and polling station details.
Regional parties have significantly outperformed national parties in recent elections. The DMK received around 47 percent of votes in the 2024 election, revealing the local political leanings of this district.
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