M. S. Manickam
M.S.Manickam also known as MSM, was a prominent Indian politician, businessman, farmer, and former member of the Legislative Assembly of Tamil Nadu. He was born on 26 October 1946 and enjoyed widespread recognition in the local community.
Family life
M.S. Manickam, hailing from the village of Thagattur in Vedaranyam Taluk, Nagapattinam District, was born into a close-knit family. As the eldest son, he played a significant role in his household. His immediate family comprises his wife, Latha, his daughter, Radha, and his son, Srinivasan. Until 1991, they resided in their ancestral village of Thagattur. However, in pursuit of quality education for their children, they temporarily relocated to the neighboring town of Thiruthuraipoondi, in the Thiruvarur District, and later to Tiruchirappalli in 2001 for their higher education. M.S. Manickam deeply embraces the tenets of Hinduism.Education
M.S. Manickam pursued his undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Arts at Alagappa Government Arts College, located in Karaikudi under Alagappa University. Additionally, he continued his higher education at Pachaiyappa's College in Chennai, affiliated with Madras University.Role
Agriculture
M.S. Manickam had a natural affinity for farming, likely influenced by growing up in a delta village. He chose to work as an agriculturist to support his family financially.Business
M.S. Manickam was involved in several business ventures to some extent. However, he did not achieve significant success in his business ventures.Politics
ADMK (1972–1993)
M.S. Manickam's political journey began in college, inspired by M.G. Ramachandran's film career and impactful election campaigns for the DMK party. He actively participated in MGR's college fan-led charity initiatives. In 1972, he joined M.G. Ramachandran's newly formed political party, ADMK, influenced by his college seniors and mentors involved in MGR's charities. Manickam's commitment to public service, rooted in his college experiences, has guided his political career. He upholds M.G. Ramachandran's vision, working for the welfare of Tamil Nadu's people. His affiliation with ADMK has significantly contributed to the party's growth and the state's and Vedaranyam's development.Member of the Legislative Assembly 1980-84
M. S. Manickam made his debut as a candidate of the Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly elections in 1977, which occurred after the split of MGR from the DMK in 1972. At the age of 30, he contested for the first time but was unsuccessful, losing to M. Meenakshi Sundaram, the candidate from the DMK. Manickam secured the third position, while the Congress candidate claimed the second spot.In the subsequent 1980 elections, M. S. Manickam successfully won a seat in the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly from the Vedaranyam constituency. He ran as an ADMK candidate and attained victory at the age of 33. Throughout his tenure from 1980 to 1984, he dedicated himself to serving the people and worked diligently on their behalf.