With Tamil Nadu's (a southern Indian state) 2026 assembly elections approaching, civil society groups have launched grassroots anti-corruption drives urging voters to refuse cash payments in exchange for votes. In areas including Chitlapakkam and Thiruneermalai near Chennai, volunteers with the "My Vote Is Not For Sale" campaign canvassed door to door, encouraging residents to assess candidates solely on merit and credentials. The initiative reflects broader civic anxiety ahead of polling, with residents' associations across Chennai also pressing for accountability on issues ranging from waste management to road infrastructure.