The DMK has officially named K Ramakrishnan, alias Kittu, as its candidate for the mayoral position in the Tirunelveli Corporation, with the election set for August 5. This decision follows a unanimous agreement among party councillors, facilitated by Ministers K N Nehru and Thangam Thennarasu. Kittu, a seasoned councillor from ward 25, has been a party member for over three decades and is expected to be the sole nominee after the resignation of former mayor PM Saravanan due to ongoing intra-party conflicts and allegations of corruption. The turmoil within the council had led to stalled development initiatives and public agitations, prompting the party leadership to intervene decisively. With no other candidates emerging, Kittu is poised to assume the mayoral role without contest. The election reflects the DMK's efforts to stabilize governance in the corporation after significant internal strife.