Kaleeswaran M

Kaleeswaran M is a 45-year-old construction worker turned politician from Sivaganga constituency in Tamil Nadu. With a 10th standard education and annual income of Rs. 84,000, he represents the common man's entry into politics. However, his political journey has been marked by consistent electoral failures and concerning legal issues. He has contested the Sivaganga seat multiple times under different party banners, showing a pattern of party-hopping before settling as an Independent candidate. His electoral performance has been disappointing, with vote share declining from 1.10% in 2011 to just 0.52% in 2016, indicating diminishing public support. After skipping the 2021 elections, he has returned as an Independent candidate for the current election. His financial profile shows assets of Rs. 21.8 lakhs against liabilities of Rs. 6.9 lakhs, which appears reasonable for his declared profession. The most concerning aspect of his candidacy is the serious criminal charges he faces, including murder, rioting with deadly weapons, and criminal conspiracy. These charges under Sections 302, 147, 148, and 120B of the IPC are among the most serious in Indian law and raise questions about his suitability for public office. Voters in Sivaganga should carefully consider whether a candidate with such serious pending criminal cases and a track record of electoral failures can effectively represent their interests in the state assembly.