Dayanidhi Maran has inherited politics from his late father who dedicated his entire life to the services of the downtrodden and the oppressed classes. He is a voracious reader and takes keen interest in areas of current affairs, political science, social science, commerce, finance, global trade and information technology.
Claim to Fame: Son of former Union Minister Murasoli Maran and nephew of DMK chief Karunanidhi.
Poltitical Party: Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam
Constituency: Chennai Central in Tamil Nadu
Education: B.A. (Economics) Educated at Loyola College, Chennai