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T.M. Anbarasan

T.M. Anbarasan
T. M. Anbarasan is a senior Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and experienced legislator from Tamil Nadu. He represents the Alandur constituency and is known for his administrative role in urban governance and industrial development.

A trusted member of the DMK leadership, he has handled key cabinet portfolios related to municipal administration and small industries.

As of 2026, he serves as a Cabinet Minister in the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government.
By Rashmi | Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:28:06 AM [IST]

T.M. Anbarasan Biography

T. M. Anbarasan, who started his political career through the DMK party in Chennai, has spent his life organizing party activities and establishing connections with local people. He became a significant figure in Tamil Nadu urban politics through his work in Alandur and nearby regions.

The Alandur constituency elected him to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly for the first time in 2006. He built his reputation as an effective administrator, which helped him to achieve party success. He won his seat again in future elections, which established him as a dependable urban representative.

Anbarasan entered the state cabinet during the 2011 DMK government and received the Municipal Administration and Water Supply ministerial position. He worked on urban development projects, which included building infrastructure and providing civic services, establishing drinking water systems, and managing local government operations.

The DMK party won the 2021 elections, which led to his return to the Assembly, where he became Minister for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME). He promotes industrial growth in Tamil Nadu while supporting entrepreneurs and developing small-scale enterprises through his work.

T. M. Anbarasan holds the positions of Cabinet Minister and MLA until 2026, while he uses his legislative background to carry out executive duties in the DMK government.

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T.M. Anbarasan Personal Life

Full Name T.M. Anbarasan
Date of Birth 11 Dec 1959 (Age 66)
Place of Birth Tamil Nadu
Party Name Dravida Munetra Kazhagam
Education 10th Pass
Profession Politician, Handloom Weaving and Agriculture
Father's Name T. Mohalingam
Mother's Name NA
Spouse's Name A. Tamilselvi
Spouse's Profession Money Lending Business
Children 1 Son(s) 1 Daughter(s)
Religion Hindu
Website NA

T.M. Anbarasan Net Worth

Net Worth
₹6.85 CRORE
ASSETS
₹6.94 CRORE
Liabilities
₹8.66 LAKHS

Interesting Facts about T.M. Anbarasan

- T. M. Anbarasan holds the positions of Cabinet Minister and MLA until 2026, while he uses his legislative background to carry out executive duties in the DMK government.
- Has continuously represented the Alandur constituency since 2006, reflecting strong urban voter support.
- One of the few DMK leaders to have handled both urban governance and industrial development portfolios.
- Known for a low-profile, administrative working style, avoiding frequent political controversies.
- Considered a trusted cabinet member under Chief Minister M. K. Stalin.

Political Timeline of T.M. Anbarasan

  • 2021-2026: Continues as Cabinet Minister and MLA.
  • 2021: Re-elected; appointed Minister for MSME.
  • 2016: Re-elected as MLA from Alandur.
  • 2011: Re-elected; appointed Minister for Municipal Administration and Water Supply.
  • 2006: Elected MLA from Alandur (DMK).

T.M. Anbarasan Achievements

- Served as Minister for Municipal Administration and Water Supply (2011–2016), overseeing urban governance, civic infrastructure, and drinking water supply in Tamil Nadu. - As Minister for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (from 2021), worked on policy support for industrial development, entrepreneurship, and MSME growth across the state. - Contributed to urban infrastructure development and local body administration, particularly in Chennai and its suburban regions. - Recognised within the DMK for administrative efficiency and policy implementation rather than public-facing politics.

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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