R. Ramesh Kumar

R. Ramesh Kumar (born 1966) is an Indian politician from Tamil Nadu. He is a member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from Avadi Assembly constituency in Thiruvallur district representing Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam.[1][2]

Early life and education

Kumar is from Royapuram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He is the son of Raj Kumar. He completed his BA in 1986 at the New College which is affiliated with the University of Madras. He serves as the principal of St. John's School.[3]

Political career

Kumar became an MLA for the first time winning the 2026 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election from Avadi Assembly constituency representing Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. He polled 1,80,384 votes and defeated his nearest rival, S. M. Nasar of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, by a margin of 76,311 votes.[4][5]

References

  1. ^ "Tamil Nadu election results 2026: Full list of winners". The Hindu. 4 May 2026. Archived from the original on 5 May 2026. Retrieved 5 May 2026.
  2. ^ "R.Ramesh Kumar, AVADI constituency, TVK, Tamilnadu Assembly Election 2026: Profile & Affidavit". The Hindu. Retrieved 6 May 2026.
  3. ^ "R.Ramesh Kumar(Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam):Constituency- AVADI(THIRUVALLUR) - Affidavit Information of Candidate:". www.myneta.info. Retrieved 6 May 2026.
  4. ^ "Avadi Election Result 2026 Highlights: TVK's Ramesh Kumar wins Avadi with 180384 votes". India Today. 4 May 2026. Retrieved 6 May 2026.
  5. ^ Bharat, E. T. V. (4 May 2026). "Assembly Election 2026 | TVK's R Ramesh Kumar Wins Avadi Seat". ETV Bharat News. Retrieved 6 May 2026.
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