Quick Info
| Profession | Politician, Dalit Activist |
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| Nationality | India |
| Date of Birth | 17/08/1962 |
| Age | 63 years |
| Birthplace | Anganur, Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu, India |
Latest News about Thol. Thirumavalavan
09/05/2026
Thol. Thirumavalavan was featured in a major profile by the New Indian Express on May 9, 2026, highlighting his role as a champion of Dalit liberation and a key political figure in Tamil Nadu. The article emphasized his decades-long activism against caste discrimination and his leadership of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK).
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Tholkappiyan Thirumavalavan |
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| Political Party | Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) |
| Common Name | Thol. Thirumavalavan |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Tholkappian |
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| Mother | Periyammal |
Career
| Early Career | Scientific Assistant in Government Forensic Department (1999) |
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| Political Entry | 1999 |
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Social Media
| https://twitter.com/TholThirumavalavan | |
| https://www.facebook.com/TholThirumavalavan |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Initially studied chemistry | |
| 2. Studied law at Madras Law College | |
| 3. Supports Tamil nationalist movements in Sri Lanka | |
| 4. Platform focuses on ending caste discrimination | |
| 5. Obtained Ph.D. from Thiruvalluvar University in 2019 | |
| 6. Worked as Scientific Assistant in Government Forensic Department until 1999 | |
| 7. Joined 'Bharatiya Dalit Federation' in 1982 through connection with M. S. S. Samy |