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Kanimozhi
IndiaLok Sabha (Lower House)Dravida Munnetra KazhagamTamil Nadu · Thoothukkudi constituencyMember of the Lok Sabha

Kanimozhi

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Kanimozhi Karunanidhi is an Indian politician, poet, and journalist currently serving as a Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha, representing the Thoothukkudi constituency. A prominent leader within the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), she serves as the party's deputy general secretary and has previously held a seat in the Rajya Sabha. Before entering politics, she worked as a journalist and editor. Kanimozhi is known for her advocacy in women's empowerment, social welfare for marginalized communities, and the promotion of Tamil culture. She was acquitted in the 2G spectrum case in 2017 after a lengthy legal process.

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Born
1968-01-05 · 58 years old
Birth place
Chennai, India
Education
Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai
Career
Journalist, subeditor for The Hindu, editor for Kungumam, features editor for Tamil Murasu

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