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MK Stalin

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  • Born 01 March 1953
  • Age 71
  • Birth Place Madras, Madras State, (now, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, ), India
  • Profession Politician
  • Political Party Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
  • In Office Working President Of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam 4 January 2017 - 28 August 2018, 17th Leader Of The Opposition Of Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly 24 May 2016 - 6 May 2021, 1st Deputy Chief Minister Of Tamil Nadu 29 May 2009 - 15 May 2011, Treasurer Of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam 27 December 2008 - 27 August 2018, Cabinet Minister Government Of Tamil Nadu 13 May 2006 - 15 May 2011, Deputy Gen.Secretary Of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam 2 June 2003 - 26 December 2008, 45th Mayor Of Chennai 25 October 1996 - 6 September 2002, Youth Wing Secretary Of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam 20 July 1982 - 6 July 2017
  • Residence 25/9, Chittaranjan Road, Alwarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

MK Stalin BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 08 Feb 2025
M.K. Stalin: A Political Legacy in the Making M.K. Stalin, born March 1, 1953, currently serves as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister, a position he assumed in 2021. Son of former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, Stalin's political journey reflects a steady ascent within the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). ...

MK Stalin PERSONAL LIFE

Father M. Karunanidhi
Mother Dayalu Ammal
Spouse Durga Stalin ​(1975), ​
Children Udhayanidhi, Senthamarai
Education Bachelor of Arts

POSITIONS HELD BY MK Stalin

Position Tenure
Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu 7 May 2021 - Present
Deputy Chief Minister of Tamilnadu 29 May 2009 - 16 May 2011
Mayor of Chennai 25 October 1996 - 6 September 2002
Member of the 14th Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly 16 May 2011 - 21 May 2016

MK STALIN NEWS

‘Due process of law abused for personal satisfaction’: MK Stalin writes to PM on Manish Sisodia’s arrest

March 08, 2023 9:20 pm

Reminding Modi that different ideologies and several political parties are the heartbeat of Indian democracy, Stalin said he was “saddened and disappointed” by the arrest of Sisodia.

TN CM MK Stalin visits glove manufacturing unit, interacts with workers

March 07, 2023 4:31 pm

During his interaction with the workers, Stalin informed them that the news about attacks on migrant workers in the state are mere rumours spread on social media and the government is here to ensure their safety.

Worry for Tamil Nadu manufacturers: ‘Waiting to see how many migrant workers return after Holi’

March 07, 2023 6:58 am

Of the 10 lakh migrant workers in Tamil Nadu, about half are concentrated in northern Tamil Nadu cities of Thiruvallur, Chennai and Chengalpattu, while the remaining are primarily based in the manufacturing hubs of Tirupur, Coimbatore and Erode.

Tamil Nadu Police book BJP leader, 2 journalists over 'false' reports of attacks on migrants

March 05, 2023 10:03 am

Police probe links of “fake” reports to Stalin rally attended by Tejashwi among others; as Bihar BJP raises questions, its TN chief among those who say no such attacks

'Will protect our brothers': Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin speaks to Nitish Kumar over alleged attacks on migrant labourers

March 05, 2023 7:04 am

On Thursday, Tamil Nadu Director General of Police C Sylendra Babu clarified that the videos circulating on social media showing alleged attacks on migrant labourers in the state were “false” and “mischievous”

Is a national role anywhere on Stalin's horizon?

March 03, 2023 10:15 pm

His birthday's optics would have helped Opposition cause, but there are many reasons why the DMK chief and Tamil Nadu CM is likely to be more a facilitator than player

Chennai News highlights: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin announces relief for farmers hit by unseasonal rains

March 07, 2023 9:09 am

Chennai News highlights: Ordering the immediate disbursement of the relief, the CM directed the officials to deposit the sum directly into the bank accounts of the farmer beneficiaries, an official release said.

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin announces Rs 112 cr relief for unseasonal rain-hit farmers

March 03, 2023 9:16 am

The gesture would benefit 1,33,907 farmers whose crop, including paddy, raised on 93,874 hectare area were affected by 33 percent and above in 9 districts across the State.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin again credits 'Dravidian model of governance', a relook at it

March 03, 2023 9:33 am

Since he became CM, the DMK president has courted a distinct image of himself as an upholder of “Dravidian interests”

'Stalin, come to the national scene’: As TN CM turns 70, Opp leaders make unity pitch, Cong plays down PM name debate

March 02, 2023 5:16 am

‘Like-minded’ parties opposed to the BJP come together in Chennai; TMC, BRS, Left conspicuous by their absence.

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