Ma. Subramanian

Ma. Subramanian (born 1 June 1959) is an Indian lawyer and politician of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) serving as Minister for Health and Family Welfare in the Government of Tamil Nadu since 7 May 2021. He is an MLA from the Saidapet constituency, elected in 2016 and 2021.

As of March 2026, he is contesting the Tamil Nadu Assembly election from the Saidapet constituency, continuing his active engagement in state politics and public affairs.

By Rashmi | Monday, March 30, 2026, 11:10:03 AM [IST]

Ma. Subramanian Biography

Ma. Subramanian was born on 1 June 1959 in Vaniyambadi, Tamil Nadu, India. He completed his schooling at Saidapet Government Model Higher Secondary School and earned his bachelor’s degree through an Open University programme. He later studied LLB at Havanur College of Law in Bangalore and became a practising advocate.

He joined the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in 1976, rising through the party’s youth and organisational ranks. Between 1996 and 2006, he served as Chairman of the Chennai Corporation and was later elected Mayor of Chennai (2006–2011), where he was involved in several urban civic initiatives.

Subramanian transitioned to state electoral politics and was first elected as MLA from the Saidapet Assembly constituency in 2016, defeating the incumbent. He retained the seat in 2021, establishing a strong local mandate in a key Chennai constituency.

Following the DMK’s victory in the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, he was appointed Minister for Health and Family Welfare, where he has overseen health policy, medical education and family welfare programmes for the state.

As of 2026, he continues to lead the health ministry, including initiatives related to public health awareness and healthcare access.

Ma. Subramanian Personal Life

Full Name	Ma. Subramanian
Date of Birth	01 Jun 1959 (Age 66)
Place of Birth	Chennai
Party Name	Dravida Munetra Kazhagam
Education	Graduate Professional
Profession	Advocate
Father's Name	R.MANIKKAM
Mother's Name	--
Spouse's Name	--
Spouse's Profession	ASSISTANT ADVOCATE
Religion	Hindu
Website	http://www.masubramanian.com/

Ma. Subramanian Net Worth

Net Worth

₹66.83 LAKHS

ASSETS

₹66.83 LAKHS

Liabilities

N/A

Interesting Facts about Ma. Subramanian

M. Subramaniam was the Mayor of Chennai from 2006�2011, the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

Political Timeline of Ma. Subramanian

2026 March: Contesting the Tamil Nadu Assembly election from the Saidapet Assembly constituency, continuing his active engagement in state politics and public affairs.
2026: Serves as Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu.
2021: He won MLA election on DMK ticket from Saidapet constituency and inducted into Stalin's cabinet as the Minister for Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare
2016: He was elected as MLA from Saidapet constituency, Tamilnadu.
2006: He was elected as Mayor of Chennai in 2006.
1996: He became The Chairman of Chennai Corporation during 1996-2006
1976: Ma Subramanian joined the party DMK in 1976

Ma. Subramanian Achievements

Mayor M. Subramanian received the Skoch Award 2010 from Union Minister for Urban Development Shri S. Jaipal Reddy at a function in New Delhi.

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