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Over Rs 100 crore mismatch in Vijay's poll affidavits; HC seeks IT reply
The Madras High Court ordered the Income Tax Department to respond to a petition alleging a mismatch of over Rs 100 crore in Vijay's election affidavits. The discrepancy notes two different income figures for the actor-turned-politician across two seats, linked to his TVK party's electoral filings.
Why It Matters
The ruling adds legal scrutiny to Vijay's disclosures ahead of his first Tamil Nadu assembly election bid, potentially affecting public perception and any tax-related implications.
Timeline
3 Events
Tamil Nadu election scheduled and contest context
April 20, 2026
Tamil Nadu will vote in a single phase on April 23; the main contest is between the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance and the NDA led by AIADMK with BJP and PMK as allies; counting is on May 4.
Petition reveals income mismatch between two affidavits (₹220 crore vs ₹115 crore; ₹105 crore gap)
April 20, 2026
A Perambur voter filed the petition; the Trichy affidavit lists income of ₹220 crore while the Perambur affidavit lists ₹115 crore, a difference of ₹105 crore.
Madras High Court orders IT department to respond to petition alleging Rs 100 crore+ mismatch in Vijay's affidavits
April 20, 2026
The Madras High Court ordered the Income Tax Department to respond to a petition that alleged a mismatch of over Rs 100 crore in Vijay's election affidavits.