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Edappadi K. Palaniswami
Edappadi K. Palaniswami, often referred to as EPS, is a senior Indian politician and the current Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. He served as the 13th Chief Minister
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'AIADMK-NDA will win 210 seats in Tamil Nadu': Edappadi Palaniswami
Tamil Nadu polls are due in the first half of this year, with the opposition NDA looking to defeat the DMK-led alliance. Actor-turned-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is also seeking to throw out the DMK government.
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1. When did Edappadi K. Palaniswami serve as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu?
He served as the Chief Minister from February 2017 to May 2021, following the demise of J. Jayalalithaa and a brief period of political uncertainty within the AIADMK.
2. What is Edappadi Palaniswami's political background?
Palaniswami has been associated with the AIADMK since the early 1980s. He has served as an MLA multiple times and held cabinet positions such as Minister for Highways and Minor Ports before becoming Chief Minister.
3. What are some key achievements of his tenure as Chief Minister?
During his tenure, he initiated major infrastructure projects, focused on improving road connectivity, promoted investments through the Global Investors Meet, and strengthened healthcare and education infrastructure across rural areas.
4. What is his current role in Tamil Nadu politics?
As of 2025, Edappadi K. Palaniswami is the Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and the General Secretary of the AIADMK, leading the party's efforts against the ruling DMK government.
5. Where is Edappadi K. Palaniswami from?
He hails from Edappadi, a town in Salem district, Tamil Nadu. His political base has long been in the western region of the state, often referred to as the "Kongu belt."
