Edappadi K Palaniswami: Age, Biography, Education, Wife, Caste, Net Worth & More

Edappadi K Palaniswami

Edappadi K. Palaniswami is an Indian politician, who serves as the General Secretary of AIADMK, a member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, and the leader of the opposition therein. Additionally, he is the 7th chief minister of Tamil Nadu.

Edappadi K Palaniswami Biography

Edappadi, a small town in Salem district, is the birthplace of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader, Edappadi K. Palaniswami who hails from the Gounder community—a significant demographic within Tamil Nadu's political landscape, alongside the Thevars (or Mukkulathors).

Commencing Palaniswami's political journey in AIADMK in 1974, he swiftly ascended the party hierarchy. His electoral victories include four triumphs in the Edappadi constituency in 1989, 1991, 2011, and 2016, alongside a successful bid for the Tiruchengode Lok Sabha seat in 1998.

During the tumultuous period of 1987 following M.G. Ramachandran's demise, he staunchly supported the late Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, a loyalty reciprocated over the years.

His rise to prominence mirrors that of O. Panneerselvam, both emerging as confidantes of Jayalalithaa. Against the backdrop of the 2016 assembly elections, the unwavering support from the Gounder community in western Tamil Nadu played a pivotal role in securing victory amidst prevailing anti-incumbency sentiments.

Prior to assuming the mantle of Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister in 2017, he held portfolios in various ministries, notably as the Minister for Highways and Minor Ports in Jayalalithaa and O. Panneerselvam-led governments.

Born on May 12, 1954, to Karuppa Gounder and Thavasi Ammal in Siluvam Palayam, he married P. Radha and is a father to one son.

By Zainab Ashraf Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2024, 12:36:20 PM [IST]

Edappadi K Palaniswami Personal Life

Full Name	Edappadi K Palaniswami
Date of Birth	12 May 1954 (Age 69)
Place of Birth	Siluvam Palayam - Salem
Party Name	All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
Education	12th Pass
Profession	Agriculturalist and Politician
Father's Name	Karuppa Gounder
Mother's Name	Thavasi Ammal
Religion	Hindu
Caste	OBC
Social Handles	Social Handles:

Edappadi K Palaniswami Net Worth

Net Worth: ₹6.41 CRORE

ASSETS:₹6.7 CRORE

Liabilities: ₹29.75 LAKHS

Education Qualification of Edappadi K Palaniswami

Edappadi K Palaniswami studied B.Sc. degree from Srivasavi College, Erode in 1976 but could not complete the course.

Interesting Facts about Edappadi K Palaniswami

Palaniswami was a Jaggery trader before entering into politics. During that time, he was monikered as 'Jaggery Palaniswami.' During the 1989 state Assembly elections, AIADMK divided into two factions. He contested under cock symbol under Jayalalitha's leadership.

Political Timeline of Edappadi K Palaniswami

2021

He won the Assembly elections from the Edappadi constituency of Salem district in Tamil Nadu but couldn't help the AIADMK party to come to power for the third term.

2017

After Jayalalita's demise, Sasikala tried a lot to snatch the power from then CM O Panneerselvam. Due to several allegations, she was sent to jail, and Panneerselvam stepped down. Finally, AIADMK elected Palaniswami. K as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

2016

He again won from the Edappadi seat. He defeated one of the strong candidates of PMK, Annadurai. N with the margin of 42022 votes.

2011

Palaniswami. K won from Edappadi after around 20 years. He defeated Karthe.M of PMK.

2006

After ten years, he again tried his luck but was unsuccessful in winning the Assembly elections. He lost against Kaveri V.

2001

He did not contest the TN Assembly elections this year.

1998

He won the Lok Sabha seat from Tiruchengode constituency. He defeated Dr. Ramalingam K.P. with a margin of 104,809 votes.

1996

During the 1996 Assembly elections, he lost his Edappadi seat. Also, he stood in third position in election results with 28.3% of the vote share.

1991

He was re-elected to the state Assembly from the same constituency. This time, he defeated P. Kolandai Gounder of PMK.

1989

Palanniswami won the state assembly election from Edappadi seat for the first time. He defeated Palanisamy L. of DMK with a margin of just 1364 votes.

1980s

Palanniswami joined politics and soon became a member of AIADMK.

Election Results of Edappadi K Palaniswami

Year	Election	Type	Constituency	Result
2004	Parliament election	MP	Tiruchengode	Lost

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Edappadi K Palaniswami has a net worth of approx. ₹6.41 Crore.
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Edappadi K Palaniswami studied B.Sc. degree from Srivasavi College, Erode in 1976 but could not complete the course.
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P Radha is the wife of Edappadi K Palaniswami.
Who is the 7th chief minister of Tamil Nadu?

Edappadi K Palaniswami served as the 7th chief minister of Tamil Nadu.
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Edappadi K Palaniswami belongs to the All-India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam.
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Edappadi K Palaniswami is shortly referred to as E.P.S
Who is Edappadi K Palaniswami?

Edappadi K Palaniswami is the current and 19th Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly.

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