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Anwhar Raajhaa A

Anwhar Raajhaa A
A. Anwhar Raajhaa is an Indian politician who came from Tamil Nadu. He was a member of the Lok Sabha during its 16th session. He represented the Ramanathapuram constituency as a candidate of the AIADMK party. He was the Minister of Labour and Employment from 2001 to 2006 and was the Chairman of the Mandapam Panchayat Union from 1986 to 1991.

After being ousted from the AIADMK for opposing the alliance of the AIADMK with the BJP, he was expelled from the AIADMK in 2025. Then he went to the DMK and joined the party." He is known for his support of regional autonomy as well as the rights of the minorities."
By Administrator | Thursday, October 23, 2025, 09:47:10 AM [IST]

Anwhar Raajhaa A Biography

A. Anwhar Raajhaa is a major politician from Tamil Nadu, India, whose name has been closely associated with regional politics for many years. He started his political career from the bottom level, as the Chairman of the Mandapam Panchayat Union from 1986 to 1991. His major focus during these years was on local development, implementing welfare schemes, and solving problems of communalities of the constituencies.

Raajhaa later achieved such a high rank in local politics that he was a Minister of Labour and Employment in Tamil Nadu from 2001 to 2006. He did, among many other things, execute a variety of schemes oriented toward the welfare of labor and the social security of workers. The department he administered was also concerned with the creation of new job opportunities, and there was a flow of policy that helped industrial relations in the state.

In 2014, he secured his victory at Ramanathapuram constituency in the 16th Lok Sabha election as an AIADMK candidate. He was able to do a lot for the minorities, the economy of his constituency, and worked hard for the success of the district through the development of the communication network. For his dedication to public service, he earned a good reputation.

In 2025, after protesting the factional tie-up of AIADMK with the BJP, Raajhaa was shown the door. After that, at the DMK camp, he shook hands with the Chief Minister, M. K. Stalin, and credited his decision to Hindi imposition and the diminishing of the state's autonomy. In the course of his long journey, Raajhaa never ceased to be the spokesman of the concerns of the region, the rights of the minorities, and the social welfare.

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Anwhar Raajhaa A Personal Life

Full Name Anwhar Raajhaa A
Date of Birth 29 Jun 1949 (Age 76)
Place of Birth Panaikulam, Distt. Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu)
Party Name Dravida Munetra Kazhagam
Education Graduate
Profession Educationist and Orator
Father's Name Shri Abdul Muthalif
Mother's Name Smt. Raviyathul Athabia
Spouse's Name Smt. Thajitha Begam
Spouse's Profession NA
Children 3 Son(s) 2 Daughter(s)
Religion Islam

Anwhar Raajhaa A Net Worth

Net Worth
₹3.09 CRORE
ASSETS
₹3.36 CRORE
Liabilities
₹27 LAKHS

Interesting Facts about Anwhar Raajhaa A

He is a good orator. He has a good grasp over Tamil literature, arts and politics.

Political Timeline of Anwhar Raajhaa A

  • 2025: - In July 2025, Anwhar Raajhaa was expelled from AIADMK again, following his criticism of the party's alliance with the BJP.

    - Joined the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in the presence of Chief Minister M. K. Stalin.
  • 2023: Rejoined AIADMK under the leadership of Edappadi K. Palaniswami.
  • 2021: Expelled from AIADMK for criticizing the party leadership and its alliance with the BJP.
  • 2019: Appointed as the Chairman of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board.
  • 2015: Member, Tamil Nadu Wakf Board
  • 2014: Member, Consultative Committee, Ministry of Minority Affairs
  • 2014: Member, Committee on Official Language
  • 2014: Member, Standing Committee on External Affairs.
  • 2014: Member, House Committee
  • 2014: He was elected to the 16th Lok Sabha by defeating Mohamed Jaleel S of DMK from Ramanathapuram constituency.
  • 2012: Member, State Minority Welfare Board
  • 2001: Minister of Labour & Employment, Govt. of Tamil Nadu
  • 2001: Member, Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly
  • 1986: A Anwhar Raajhaa was the Chairman of the Mandapam Panchayat Union, Ramanathapuram

Anwhar Raajhaa A Latest News & Updates

  • Final Ouster and BJP Alliance Row
    In July 2025, Raajhaa was expelled again after reiterating his criticism of the AIADMK–BJP tie-up; soon after, he joined DMK, intensifying political tensions.
  • Cadre Backlash After Rejoining AIADMK in 2023
    His return to the party was met with skepticism and criticism from sections of the cadre who questioned his earlier defiance.
  • Expulsion for Criticizing AIADMK–BJP Alliance
    Raajhaa was expelled from AIADMK after publicly opposing the party’s continued alliance with the BJP, citing erosion of Tamil Nadu’s autonomy.
  • Concerns Over Waqf Board Administration in 2019
    While he was the Chairman of the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board in 2019, Raajhaa had to endure some critiques from within about the way Waqf property records and money distribution were managed. People from the community demanded that the administration be more transparent; however, it was decided that there would be neither an investigation nor a ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌punishment.
  • Criticism Over Labour Scheme Delays- 2003
    Opposition parties questioned delays in implementing welfare programs during his tenure as Minister of Labour and Employment.

Disclaimer:The information provided on this page is sourced from various publicly available platforms including https://en.wikipedia.org/, https://sansad.in/ls, https://sansad.in/rs, https://pib.gov.in/, https://affidavit.eci.gov.in/ and the official websites of state assemblies respectively. While we make every effort to maintain the accuracy, comprehensiveness and timeliness of the information provided, we cannot guarantee the absolute accuracy or reliability of the content. The data presented here has been compiled without consideration of the objectives or opinions of individuals who may access it.

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