Archive · 26 Jul 2026
S Ramadoss Retires from Politics After 50 Years
S Ramadoss, a famous leader in Tamil Nadu, has decided to retire from politics after 50 years.
He started as a doctor helping poor people and later became a political leader.
He founded the Vanniyar Sangam and the PMK party.
He fought for the rights of the Vanniyar community and got special reservations for them.
Now, he is passing the leadership to his son, Anbumani Ramadoss.
Some people are sad to see him go, while others are hopeful for the future under his son's leadership.
S Ramadoss retires from politics after a 50-year career.
He founded the Vanniyar Sangam and the PMK party.
Ramadoss fought for the rights of the Vanniyar community.
He secured special reservations for the Vanniyar community in government jobs and educational institutions.
Ramadoss hands over leadership to his son, Anbumani Ramadoss.
- Who
- S Ramadoss, founder of PMK and Vanniyar Sangam
- What
- Retirement from politics
- When
- October 21, 2023
- Where
- Thailapuram Gardens, Villupuram district, Tamil Nadu
- Why
- To hand over leadership to his son Anbumani Ramadoss
Supporters of Ramadoss
Supporters of Anbumani Ramadoss
Leadership Transition
Supporters of Ramadoss
Ramadoss's retirement is seen as a loss for the party and the Vanniyar community, as he was a champion of social justice.
Supporters of Anbumani Ramadoss
Anbumani Ramadoss's leadership is seen as a new beginning for the PMK, with hopes for continued progress and representation.
- Name
- S Ramadoss
- Age
- 88
- Political Party
- Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK)
- Successor
- Anbumani Ramadoss
- Key Achievement
- Founded Vanniyar Sangam and PMK
- Resignation Date
- October 21, 2023
- Current Party Strength
- 4 MLAs
