D.Sarathkumar
D.Sarathkumar is a Former MLA / Former MP belonging to BJP, representing Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu. He is 71 years old and has declared B.Sc. Mathematics as his highest education. In the 2024 election affidavit, total assets were declared at ₹65.00 Cr with liabilities of ₹8.00 Cr. The affidavit lists 2 criminal cases, 1 of them pending; pending cases are allegations, not findings of guilt. Our records show 4 elections contested, 2 won.
Last updated 15 October 2026 Source: Candidate affidavits filed with the Election Commission of India (via ADR / MyNeta)Methodology
Political Career Timeline
- 1996Member of Political Party
Entered active politics joining the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam.
- 2001Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha)· Tamil Nadu
Elected as Rajya Sabha Member representing DMK.
- 2006Member of Legislative Assembly· Cheranmahadevi
Elected to Tamil Nadu Assembly from Cheranmahadevi constituency.
- 2007Founder & President
Founded All India Samathuva Makhal Katchi.
- 2011Member of Legislative Assembly· Tenkasi
Elected to Tamil Nadu Assembly from Tenkasi constituency in alliance with AIADMK.
- 2024National Executive MemberCurrent
Merged AISMK with Bharatiya Janata Party prior to 2024 elections.
Election History
| Year | House | Constituency | Party | Result | Votes | Vote Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Lok Sabha | Tirunelveli | DMK DMK | Lost | — | — |
| 2006 | Assembly | Cheranmahadevi | All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam | Won | — | — |
| 2011 | Assembly | Tenkasi | All India Samathuva Makhal Katchi All India Samathuva Makhal Katchi | Won | 92,253 | 54.3% |
| 2016 | Assembly | Tiruchendur | All India Samathuva Makhal Katchi All India Samathuva Makhal Katchi | Lost | 62,356 | 37.7% |
Financial Profile(2024)
- Immovable Assets₹50.00 Cr77%
- Movable Assets₹15.00 Cr23%
- Liabilities₹8.00 Cr12%
Source: 2024 Public Filings · Not independently audited
Criminal Cases
- 1Cheque Bounce Case under NI Act2018PendingCourt — Special Court for MP/MLA Cases, Chennai
Pending cases are allegations under judicial process, not convictions. Source: 2024 Public Records.
Family
Education
Income
No income declared on record.
Frequently asked questions
Which constituency does D.Sarathkumar represent?
D.Sarathkumar is a Former MLA / Former MP representing Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu and belongs to BJP.
What are the declared assets of D.Sarathkumar?
D.Sarathkumar declared total assets of ₹65.00 Cr and liabilities of ₹8.00 Cr in the 2024 election affidavit.
How many criminal cases does D.Sarathkumar have?
D.Sarathkumar declared 2 criminal cases in the election affidavit (1 pending). Pending cases are allegations under judicial process, not convictions.
What is the educational qualification of D.Sarathkumar?
D.Sarathkumar declared B.Sc. Mathematics (The New College as the highest educational qualification.
How old is D.Sarathkumar?
D.Sarathkumar is 71 years old as per the records on file.
What was D.Sarathkumar's most recent election result?
D.Sarathkumar lost the 2016 Assembly election from Tiruchendur with a 37.7% vote share.
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