Councillors and MLAs are feeling the heat as local issues take center stage in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. They are being pressured to expedite development work and fulfill pending promises to avoid the ire of voters. The AIADMK has made lack of development in Coimbatore a core campaign issue. In Trichy, proactive councillors fear that pending promises will be brought up during campaigning. Residents are holding discussions to raise local infrastructure issues with party leaders. Non-performing elected representatives may impact the outcome of the general elections.