M K Stalin

About M K Stalin

Who is M K Stalin?

Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin (M K Stalin) is an Indian politician who is serving as the current and eighth Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Since August 28, 2018, he has been the president of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party. He served as the 37th Mayor of Chennai from 1996 to 2002 and was also the first Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu from 2009 to 2011.

Early life and education

M K Stalin was born on March 1, 1953, in Chennai to a prominent Dravidian leader and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu M Karunanidhi and Dayalu Ammal. Stalin completed his schooling at Madras Christian College Higher Secondary School and his pre-university course at Vivekananda College. He has a degree in History from Presidency College, Chennai.

His early life was shaped by his family's involvement in politics. He was the third son of M. Karunanidhi, a prominent Dravidian leader and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Stalin was raised in a political environment, and his father's influence played a significant role in shaping his political career. From an early age, Stalin showed an interest in politics and was actively involved in his father's political campaigns.

Career

M K Stalin debuted into active politics in 1973 after completing his graduation from college. He formed a DMK Gopalapuram Youth Wing along with his friends. In the 1967 elections, the 14-year-old Stalin campaigned for his uncle Murasoli Maran. In 1973, Stalin was elected to the general committee of the DMK. He was named as the youth wing secretary of DMK, a position he held for two terms. He was behind the bars under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA) for protesting against the Emergency in 1976.

Stalin has held several positions within his party DMK, including MLA, Mayor of Chennai, Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and President of the DMK party. He was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 2021 after winning a landslide victory in the assembly elections. During his tenure as the Mayor of Chennai, Stalin initiated several development projects and worked to improve the city's infrastructure. He was instrumental in the construction of several flyovers and underpasses in the city, which helped to ease traffic congestion.

In 2001, Stalin was appointed as the Deputy CM of Tamil Nadu, a position he held for two decades. As the Deputy CM, he was responsible for several key portfolios, including rural development, local administration and water supply.

Stalin also initiated several welfare schemes for the poor and marginalized communities, including the provision of free bicycles to school students and the construction of houses for the homeless. Stalin's rise to power within the DMK party was gradual but steady. He was appointed as the treasurer of the party in 2008, a position he held until 2017. In the same year, Stalin was appointed as the working president of the DMK party, a position he held until his election as the party's President in 2018. In May 2021, Stalin was sworn in as the CM of Tamil Nadu after winning a landslide victory in the assembly elections.

His election as the Chief Minister marked a significant milestone in his political career, and he has since taken several measures to address the challenges facing the state. Stalin is known for his interest in sports and cultural activities and has improved the quality of education in corporation schools during his career. He has also been actively involved in promoting Tamil culture and language and has worked to protect the rights of the Tamil-speaking population in India.

Latest Updates on M K Stalin

Stalin seeks family income ceiling hike for SC, ST, OBC scholarships

Stalin said that providing post and pre-matric scholarships will go a long way in increasing their enrolment in higher education

Updated On: 10 Dec 2024 | 4:33 PM IST

Tamil Nadu vows to block Hindustan Zinc tungsten mining in green zone

Assembly resolution urges Centre to not grant any mining licence without the permission of state governments

Updated On: 09 Dec 2024 | 11:30 PM IST

TN CM announces cyclone relief fund of Rs 2,000 to rain-affected families

Chairing a meeting at the Secretariat to assess the damage due to rain in the state, the chief minister directed the officials to provide a relief sum of Rs 2,000 on the basis of family ration cards

Updated On: 03 Dec 2024 | 3:06 PM IST

Rain hit TN districts battle with inundation woes, roads remain cut off

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Chief Minister M K Stalin on Tuesday to enquire about the flood situation in parts of the state and assured him of all possible support from the Centre

Updated On: 03 Dec 2024 | 1:04 PM IST

After SC rap, TN BJP demands CM Stalin to sack minister Senthil Balaji

TN BJP vice-president and party spokesperson, Narayanan Thirupathy said that the apex court asking 'what is going on,' vis-a-vis Senthil Balaji's reinstatement was directed at CM Stalin

Updated On: 03 Dec 2024 | 11:57 AM IST

Cyclone Fengal hits Tamil Nadu: 15 million affected, CM demands Rs 2,000 cr

Cyclone Fengal reportedly devastates 14 districts in Tamil Nadu. CM Stalin has urged PM Modi for Rs 2,000 crore as immediate relief to help millions recover from the destruction

Updated On: 03 Dec 2024 | 11:35 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Dy CM Udhayanidhi visits cyclone-affected areas in Dharmapuri

He also inspected the restoration work of the land bridge at the foot of Vathalmalai in the district

Updated On: 03 Dec 2024 | 7:28 AM IST

Cyclone Fengal aftermath: Flood warning, heavy rain in Puducherry and TN

Tamil Nadu and Puducherry remain on high alert, battling relentless rainfall and looming flood threats, even as Cyclone Fengal weakens in the region

Updated On: 02 Dec 2024 | 2:35 PM IST

Cancel tungsten mining in Madurai district, CM Stalin tells PM Modi

A notified bio-diversity heritage site falls under one of the areas proposed for mining, and commercial mining in densely populated villages will definitely affect the people, Stalin said

Updated On: 29 Nov 2024 | 11:08 AM IST

TN to not implement Viswakarma scheme in present form, says CM Stalin

The state has decided to formulate a more inclusive and comprehensive scheme based on social justice for artisans, which does not discriminate based on caste, Stalin said in a letter to Manjhi

Updated On: 27 Nov 2024 | 7:56 PM IST

'Eradicate Sanatan' remark: SC defers hearing plea of Udhayanidhi Stalin

Stalin, the minister of youth welfare and sports of Tamil Nadu, is a well-known film actor and son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and ruling DMK chief M K Stalin

Updated On: 22 Nov 2024 | 2:24 PM IST

CM Stalin asks 50% share of Central taxes for projects of Tamil Nadu

He said the Commission's recommendation should fulfill the needs and meet the aspirations of Tamil Nadu and ensure its greater contribution towards making India an economic superpower

Updated On: 18 Nov 2024 | 11:54 PM IST

Here's why South should worry about bringing more people, not more babies

Thankfully, neither Stalin nor Naidu is proposing regressive policies in order to push the birth rate back up. What the two leaders should do is think more closely about why exactly they're so worried

Updated On: 31 Oct 2024 | 6:57 AM IST

CM Stalin urges EAM to secure release of fishermen detained by Lankan Navy

He noted that the situation continues unabated, making it difficult for coastal communities to sustain their way of life

Updated On: 25 Oct 2024 | 9:05 AM IST

Train collision leaves 19 injured in Tamil Nadu; CM monitoring rescue ops

At least two coaches have derailed and rescue teams and ambulances have rushed to the spot, police added

Updated On: 12 Oct 2024 | 7:53 AM IST

TN CM announces bonuses and extra payments for 275,000 state PSU workers

Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board employees will be paid a bonus at 8.33 per cent and the Civil Supplies Corporation workers will be paid an ex-gratia of Rs 3,000

Updated On: 11 Oct 2024 | 10:50 AM IST

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