Today, street cred is earned by posting memes and pictures on social media. | Photo credit: Representative image
Sometimes cultural sense can get in the way. Indeed, with serious interventions by the Election Commission and civic bodies on posters, garlands, banners, murals and advertisements, the very culture of elections in Tamil Nadu seems to have changed dramatically. They moved from the walls to the feed.
Posters and murals have been iconic in past elections in Tamil Nadu. They were more than just advertising for a party or candidates – they evolved as many purposes combined into one, starting with the very basic marking of physical territory, but equally important is the identity system, candidate marking and propaganda.
Published – 22 Apr 2026 01:06 IST
