Vanni Arasu

Minister for Social Justice, Adi Dravidar Welfare and Hill Tribe Welfare

Vanni Arasu is an Indian politician from Tamil Nadu, associated with the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, and currently serves as the Minister for Social Justice, Adi Dravidar Welfare, and Hill Tribe Welfare.

He is known for his role as a party spokesperson and for articulating the party’s positions on social justice and political issues in public forums.

His political work is centred on advocacy, media engagement, and organisational activities rather than legislative office.

As of 2026, his victory from Tindivanam on the VCK ticket, contesting as part of the DMK alliance, with 63,833 votes and a margin of 734 came in one of the closest races in the constituency.

By Rashmi | Monday, May 25, 2026, 11:25:07 AM [IST]

Vanni Arasu Biography

Vanni Arasu is a political figure from Tamil Nadu associated with the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi, where he has gained prominence as a party spokesperson. His visibility comes primarily through media interactions and the representation of party viewpoints in public debates.

He has played an active role in communicating the party’s stance on issues related to social justice, caste-based discrimination, and regional political developments, aligning with the ideological framework of the party.

Unlike many legislators, his political identity is shaped more by advocacy and communication than by holding elected office, positioning him as a key voice within the party’s public-facing structure.

His involvement in political discourse and party activities reflects a role focused on outreach, messaging, and mobilisation across Tamil Nadu.

In the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, he contested from Tindivanam as the VCK candidate within the DMK-led alliance and secured 63,833 votes. He defeated his nearest rival by just 734 votes, edging through a tightly contested race and entering the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly.

Following the cabinet expansion, Vanni Arasu was inducted into the Tamil Nadu Council of Ministers and currently serves as the Minister for Social Justice, Adi Dravidar Welfare and Hill Tribe Welfare.

Vanni Arasu Personal Life

Full Name	Vanni Arasu
Place of Birth	Tamil Nadu
Party Name	Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi
Education	12th Pass
Father's Name	Rathinasamy
Mother's Name	NA
Spouse's Name	Aathirai
Spouse's Profession	Housewife
Religion	Hindu
Website	NA

Vanni Arasu Net Worth

Net Worth

₹48.28 LAKHS

ASSETS

₹48.28 LAKHS

Liabilities

N/A

Political Timeline of Vanni Arasu

2026 May: Was inducted into the Tamil Nadu Council of Ministers and assumed office as Minister for Social Justice, Adi Dravidar Welfare and Hill Tribe Welfare.
2026 May: Won Tindivanam for VCK (DMK alliance) with 63,833 votes, prevailing by 734 votes.
2026 March: Contesting the Tamil Nadu Assembly election from the Tindivanam Assembly constituency, continuing his active engagement in state politics and public affairs.

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