By losing to the AIADMK-PMK combine in all five Assembly constituencies in Dharmapuri district, the DMK appeared to have forfeited its past gains in the region. Kongu Vellalars, who constitute 15.50% next only to Vanniyars in Palacodde; 14.5% third only to Vanniyars and Adidravidars in Paapireddipatty and constitute 22.70% next only to Adidravidars in Harur instead reposed their faith in …
