Dindigul, Tamil Nadu: CPI(M) Candidate for the Palani Assembly Constituency N. Pandi says, "For over ten days now, I have been campaigning in the Palani and Kodaikanal regions, seeking votes from the public. Everywhere I go, I receive a warm reception. The response from women, in particular, has been overwhelming; this is largely due to the various initiatives announced by the government such as the 'Pudhumai Penn' (Modern Woman) scheme, the 'Vidiyal' (Dawn) scheme, and the ₹8,000 coupon scheme..."