S.Sudharsanam

S. Sudharsanam, 67, is a two-term DMK Member of the Legislative Assembly representing Madhavaram constituency in Chennai since May 16, 2016. An advocate by profession who graduated from Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College, Chennai, he also identifies as an agriculturist. His declared assets stand at approximately ₹55.33 crores (with ₹52.01 crores in immovable assets and ₹3.32 crores in movables), alongside liabilities of ₹13.14 crores. He lives with his wife S. Shanthi and son S. A. Sreenivasan at 261, Bazaar Street, Madavaram, Chennai. Sudharsanam's political trajectory shows consistent electoral growth. In 2016, he wrested the Madhavaram seat from AIADMK with 122,082 votes (45.43%), winning by a modest margin of 15,253 votes. His performance improved significantly in 2021, when he secured 151,485 votes (50.04%), defeating AIADMK's V. Moorthy by a commanding 57,071-vote margin. His ability to increase both vote share and margin demonstrates growing voter confidence in his representation. As an MLA, Sudharsanam has been actively involved in local development issues and legislative proceedings, contributing to policy discussions at the state level. He serves a constituency under the Thiruvallur Lok Sabha seat and has been a vocal advocate for constituent welfare. No criminal cases or major controversies have been reported against him, distinguishing him from some other political figures in Tamil Nadu's charged political environment. Voters should note that while Sudharsanam maintains a clean personal record, he operates within the broader DMK government that has faced criticism over issues like custodial deaths and a property tax scam in Madurai involving local party functionaries. However, no evidence links him personally to these controversies. His consistent electoral performance and absence of legal issues make him a relatively stable representative in a competitive political landscape.