1979 Nagapattinam by-election

The 1979 Nagapattinam by-election was a significant political event held on 15 March 1979 in the Nagapattinam constituency of Tamil Nadu, India. This by-election was necessitated by the resignation of Member of Parliament S. Ramasamy of the Indian National Congress, following his appointment to a governmental position. The electoral contest primarily featured the Indian National Congress and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), along with other regional parties. The by-election was marked by intense campaigning and strategic alliances. Ultimately, the DMK emerged victorious, securing the seat, which underscored the party's influence in Tamil Nadu during this period. The results of the by-election reflected broader political trends and public sentiment in the state, contributing to the evolving landscape of Indian politics in the late 1970s.