Quick Info
| Profession | Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 30/01/1951 |
| Age | 75 years |
| Birthplace | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Latest News about M. K. Alagiri
04/03/2025
The Madras High Court overturned a 2021 judicial order and reinstated all charges against M. K. Alagiri in a 2014 land grab case involving alleged illegal acquisition of temple land for an engineering college in Madurai. The ruling means Alagiri must stand trial for cheating, fraud, forgery, and other offenses related to the Dhaya Engineering College project.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Muthuvel Karunanidhi Alagiri |
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| Common Name | M. K. Alagiri |
| Also Known As | Azhagiri |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 167 cm |
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| Weight | 85 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Presidency College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
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| Educational Qualification | Bachelor in Arts |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste/Community | Isai Vellalar |
| Address | 25/4 A, Sathya Sai Nagar, TVS Nagar, Madurai, Tamil Nadu |
| Hobby | Watching Cricket |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 10/12/1972 |
Family
| Wife/Spouse | Kanthi Alagiri |
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| Father | M. Karunanidhi |
| Mother | Dayalu Ammal |
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Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Alagiri was named after the Tamil writer, Azhagirisamy, by his father who was a fan of the writer. | |
| 2. He entered politics at a young age with the mentorship of his father, M. Karunanidhi. | |
| 3. Alagiri played a significant role in his party's victory in three 2008 by-elections. | |
| 4. A dispute arose between Alagiri and his brother, M. K. Stalin, concerning the leadership succession of their father's party. | |
| 5. He successfully secured the Madurai constituency in the 2009 Parliamentary elections. | |
| 6. As the Cabinet Minister of Chemicals and Industries, Alagiri faced inquiries regarding his parliamentary attendance. | |
| 7. He was instrumental in keeping the DMK flock together after Vaiko quit the party in 1993. | |
| 8. He was suspended from the DMK twice during his political career. | |
| 9. He was acquitted in 2008 in connection with the 2003 murder of former minister T. Kiruttinan, with the court citing lack of reliable evidence. | |
| 10. He was the first DMK leader to win the Madurai Lok Sabha seat on his own, breaking a historical pattern where only DMK allies had won from this constituency. | |
| 11. He played a significant role in his party's victory in three 2008 by-elections. | |
| 12. As the Cabinet Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Alagiri faced inquiries regarding his parliamentary attendance. | |
| 13. Since 2021, he has focused on managing his farms in Madurai after being expelled from the party. |