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{{ | {{Short description|2nd Governor of Telangana}} | ||
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{{Infobox officeholder | {{Infobox officeholder | ||
| name = Tamilisai Soundararajan | | name = Tamilisai Soundararajan | ||
| birth_date = {{birth date and age|df=yes|1961|06|02}}<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/TN-BJP-chief-Tamilisai-Soundararajan-turns-55-vows-to-take-Modi-govt-schemes-to-all-villages-in-state/articleshow/52558365.cms|title=Tamilisai Soundararajan vows to take Modi govt schemes to all villages in TN - Chennai News - Times of India|first1=C. D. S. Mani {{!}} TNN {{!}} Updated|last1=Jun 2|last2=2016|first3=20:33|last3=Ist|website=The Times of India}}</ref> | | birth_date = {{birth date and age|df=yes|1961|06|02}}<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/TN-BJP-chief-Tamilisai-Soundararajan-turns-55-vows-to-take-Modi-govt-schemes-to-all-villages-in-state/articleshow/52558365.cms|title=Tamilisai Soundararajan vows to take Modi govt schemes to all villages in TN - Chennai News - Times of India|first1=C. D. S. Mani {{!}} TNN {{!}} Updated|last1=Jun 2|last2=2016|first3=20:33|last3=Ist|website=The Times of India}}</ref> | ||
| birth_place = [[ | | birth_place = [[Kaliyikkavila]], [[Kanyakumari District|Kanyakumari]], [[Madras State]], [[India]]<br />{{smaller|(present-day [[Tamil Nadu]])}} | ||
| image = | | image = File:Tamilisai Soundararajan with her book "Suvai Migu Theneer Thuligal".jpg | ||
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| office = 2nd [[Governor of Telangana]] | | office = 2nd [[Governor of Telangana]] | ||
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| 1blankname1 = Chief Minister | | 1blankname1 = Chief Minister | ||
| 1namedata1 = [[V. Narayanasamy]]<br>[[N. Rangaswamy]] | | 1namedata1 = [[V. Narayanasamy]]<br/>[[N. Rangaswamy]] | ||
| predecessor1 = [[Kiran Bedi]] | | predecessor1 = [[Kiran Bedi]] | ||
| successor1 = | | successor1 = | ||
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| term_start8 = 2001 | | term_start8 = 2001 | ||
| term_end8 = 2005 | | term_end8 = 2005 | ||
| spouse = | | spouse = P. Soundararajan | ||
| parents = [[Kumari Ananthan]] (Father) | | parents = [[Kumari Ananthan]] (Father) | ||
| children = 2 | | children = 2 | ||
| residence = [[Chennai]], [[Tamil Nadu]], India | | residence = [[Chennai]], [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]] | ||
| alma_mater = [[Madras Medical College]] | | alma_mater = [[Madras Medical College]] ([[MBBS]]) | ||
| party = [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] | | party = [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] | ||
| profession = {{hlist|Physician|politician}} | | profession = {{hlist|Physician|politician}} | ||
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''' | '''Tamilisai Soundararajan''' (born 2 June 1961) is an Indian politician serving as the 2nd and current [[List of governors of Telangana|Governor of Telangana]], and is the [[Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry]] (Additional charge) since 18 February 2021. She was the National Secretary and [[Tamil Nadu]] State Unit President of the [[BJP]] prior to this appointment.<ref>{{cite news|title=Tamilisai Sounderrajan appointed BJP TNEB unit president|url=http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/tamilisai-sounderrajan-appointed-bjp-tn-unit-president/article6324160.ece|work=The Hindu|date=17 August 2014|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/new-bjp-chiefs-for-madhya-pradesh-chhattisgarh-tamil-nadu-and-assam/articleshow/40316805.cms|title=New BJP chiefs for Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu and Assam|agency=PTI|work=[[The Economic Times]]/Times of India|date=16 August 2014|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref> | ||
==Personal life and education== | ==Personal life and education== | ||
She was born in [[ | She was born in [[Kaliyakkavilai]], [[Kanyakumari District|Kanyakumari]], [[Tamil Nadu]] on 2 June 1961.<ref name="Soundara Ref1">{{cite web |title=Telangana State Portal Governor |url=https://www.telangana.gov.in/government/governor |website=www.telangana.gov.in |access-date=16 August 2021}}</ref> Her father [[Kumari Ananthan]],<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/004200904132112.htm|title=The Hindu News Update Service|work=The Hindu|date=13 April 2009|access-date=2 June 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131203041415/http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/004200904132112.htm|archive-date=3 December 2013|url-status=dead}}</ref> is a former Member of Parliament and senior congress party leader in Tamil Nadu. Her husband, Mr. Soundarajan, is a [[Medical Doctor|medical doctor]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.oneindia.com/politicians/dr-tamilisai-soudrarajan-184.html|title=Dr Tamilisai Soudrarajan: Age, Biography, Education, Husband, Caste, Net Worth & More - Oneindia|website=www.oneindia.com}}</ref> Her paternal cousin is actor and businessman turned politician [[Vijay Vasanth]]. | ||
She | She did from graduation at [[Ethiraj College for Women]], followed by pursuing her MBBS at [[Madras Medical College]], [[Chennai]]<ref name="drtamilisai.com">{{cite web|url=https://drtamilisai.com/|title=Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan}}</ref> and her [[obstetrics and gynaecology]] qualifications at [[Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University|Dr. MGR Medical University]], [[Chennai]]. She did higher training in [[sonology]] and [[frozen embryo transfer|FET]] therapy in [[Canada]]. | ||
Prior to political commitment she worked as an assistant professor at [[Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute|Ramachandra Medical College]], [[Chennai]] for 5 years.<ref name="drtamilisai.com"/> She has two children, a boy and a girl, both are doctors. | Prior to political commitment she worked as an assistant professor at [[Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute|Ramachandra Medical College]], [[Chennai]] for 5 years.<ref name="drtamilisai.com"/> She has two children, a boy and a girl, both are doctors. | ||
As recognition | As recognition of her dedicated service to the society and general public and promoting gender equality women empowerment, she was awarded “ International Rising Star of the Year – 2018” by multi ethnic advisory task force, USA operating under US Congressman Danny K. Davis.<ref name="Soundarajan Ref2">{{cite news |last1=Bodiwala |first1=Suresh |title=Multi Ethnic Advisory Task Force Hosted 8th Annual Congressional award function with Glittering of Chicago stars |url=https://www.dailyherald.com/submitted/20181031/multi-ethnic-advisory-task-force-hosted-8th-annual-congressional-award-function-with-glittering-of-chicago-stars |access-date=16 August 2021 |publisher=Daily Herald |date=31 October 2018}}</ref><ref name="Soundarajan Ref3">{{cite news |title=Governor selected for global women of excellence award |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/governor-selected-for-global-women-of-excellence-award/article33992459.ece |access-date=16 August 2021 |publisher=The Hindu |date=5 March 2021 |language=en-IN}}</ref> | ||
==Political career== | ==Political career== | ||
[[File:Books presented to the Prime Minister Modi (1).jpg|thumb|Soundararajan presenting books to [[Prime Minister of India|Prime Minister]] [[Narendra Modi]]]] | [[File:Books presented to the Prime Minister Modi (1).jpg|thumb|Soundararajan presenting books to [[Prime Minister of India|Prime Minister]] [[Narendra Modi]]]] | ||
Soundararajan became interested in politics from childhood, having been brought up in a political family.<ref>{{cite web|author=Sudha|url=http://tamil.oneindia.in/news/tamilnadu/tamilisai-soundararajan-opens-her-mind-188455.html#slide433735|title=Tamilisai Soundararajan opens her mind | நான் டுமிழிசை செளந்தரராஜன் பேசுகிறேன் ! - Oneindia Tamil|language=ta|publisher=Tamil.oneindia.in|date=29 November 2013|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref> | Soundararajan became interested in politics from childhood, having been brought up in a political family.<ref>{{cite web|author=Sudha|url=http://tamil.oneindia.in/news/tamilnadu/tamilisai-soundararajan-opens-her-mind-188455.html#slide433735|title=Tamilisai Soundararajan opens her mind | நான் டுமிழிசை செளந்தரராஜன் பேசுகிறேன் ! - Oneindia Tamil|language=ta|publisher=Tamil.oneindia.in|date=29 November 2013|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref> | ||
She was elected as a student leader during her studies at [[Madras Medical College]]. She served the Tamil Nadu state BJP unit in various capacities starting from South Chennai District Medical Wing Secretary in 1999, State General Secretary Medical Wing in 2001, All India Co-Convenor (Medical Wing For Southern States)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bjp.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4662&catid=68:press-releases&Itemid=494|title=Bharatiya | She was elected as a student leader during her studies at [[Madras Medical College]]. She served the Tamil Nadu state BJP unit in various capacities starting from South Chennai District Medical Wing Secretary in 1999, State General Secretary Medical Wing in 2001, All India Co-Convenor (Medical Wing For Southern States)<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bjp.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4662&catid=68:press-releases&Itemid=494|title=Bharatiya Janata Party | ||
|publisher=Bjp.org|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref> in 2005, State General Secretary in 2007, State Vice-President in 2010 and elevated as National Secretary, All India BJP in 2013.<ref name="Soundarajan Ref5">{{cite news |title=Who is Tamilisai Soundararajan? All you need to know about Puducherry's new LG |url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/who-is-tamilisai-soundararajan-all-you-need-to-know-about-puducherrys-new-lg |access-date=16 August 2021 |publisher=Free Press Journal |date=16 February 2021 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.orissadiary.com/CurrentNews.asp?id=40330|title=Jual Oram appointed as BJP's national Vice President, Dharmendra Pradhan as General Secretary|publisher=Orissadiary.com|date=31 March 2013|access-date=2 June 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140812225629/http://www.orissadiary.com/CurrentNews.asp?id=40330|archive-date=12 August 2014|url-status=dead}}</ref> | |||
She was appointed the [[Governor]] of [[Telangana]] on 1 September 2019 by the order of the [[President of India]], [[Ram Nath Kovind]] and currently is also 1st woman to hold the office of the state. She took charge as Governor of Telangana on 9 September 2019. She was given additional charge of [[Puducherry (union territory)]] on 16 February 2021 and is fifth woman to hold the office of the Union Territory.<ref name="Soundarajan Ref4">{{cite news |title=Tamilisai Soundararajan sworn in as Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/india/tamilisai-soundararajan-sworn-in-as-lieutenant-governor-of-puducherry-7193689/ |access-date=16 August 2021 |publisher=The Indian Express |date=18 February 2021 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/kiran-bedi-removed-as-puducherry-s-lieutenant-governor-101613490356384.html|title=Kiran Bedi removed as Puducherry LG amid political crisis in Union territory|date=16 February 2021}}</ref> During the [[Covid-19 pandemic in India|Covid-19 pandemic]] she visited healthcare workers in hospitals and encouraged vaccination. | |||
Soundararajan has lost in all her attempts at becoming an [[Member of parliament (India)|MP]] or [[Member of the Legislative Assembly (India)|MLA]] to date, having contested two Assembly elections and Parliament elections unsuccessfully. In the [[2019 Indian general election]], she lost against [[Kanimozhi]], daughter of [[M Karunanidhi]] from [[Thoothukkudi (Lok Sabha constituency)|Thoothukkudi]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://myneta.info/tamilnadu2011/candidate.php?candidate_id=727|title=Dr. Tamilisai Soundrarajan(Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP)):Constituency- VELACHERY(CHENNAI) - Affidavit Information of Candidate|date=14 June 2004|publisher=Myneta.info|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.maalaisudar.com/printer.php?id=16826|title=News Today|date=7 May 2009|publisher=www.maalaisudar.com|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref> She extensively campaigned in parliament and assembly elections across the state.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mangaloretoday.com/headlines/After-rsquo-chai-rsquo-now-a-NaMo-fish-stall-in-Chennai.html|title=After 'chai', now a NaMo fish stall in Chennai|access-date=27 September 2017|publisher=Mangaloretoday.com}}</ref> | Soundararajan has lost in all her attempts at becoming an [[Member of parliament (India)|MP]] or [[Member of the Legislative Assembly (India)|MLA]] to date, having contested two Assembly elections and Parliament elections unsuccessfully. In the [[2019 Indian general election]], she lost against [[Kanimozhi]], daughter of [[M Karunanidhi]] from [[Thoothukkudi (Lok Sabha constituency)|Thoothukkudi]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://myneta.info/tamilnadu2011/candidate.php?candidate_id=727|title=Dr. Tamilisai Soundrarajan(Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP)):Constituency- VELACHERY(CHENNAI) - Affidavit Information of Candidate|date=14 June 2004|publisher=Myneta.info|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.maalaisudar.com/printer.php?id=16826|title=News Today|date=7 May 2009|publisher=www.maalaisudar.com|access-date=27 September 2017}}</ref> She extensively campaigned in parliament and assembly elections across the state.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mangaloretoday.com/headlines/After-rsquo-chai-rsquo-now-a-NaMo-fish-stall-in-Chennai.html|title=After 'chai', now a NaMo fish stall in Chennai|access-date=27 September 2017|publisher=Mangaloretoday.com}}</ref> | ||
==Media== | ==Media== | ||
She conducted a programme promoting the oratory | She conducted a programme promoting the oratory skills for students and children, which was broadcast on the Tamil channel ''[[Raj TV]]'' for more than 10 years.<ref name="drtamilisai.com" /> She conducted a weekly programme for women in "[[Doordarshan]]" Channel which was aired as Magalir Panchayat (Women's Court) for over 5 years. She participated in several political debates against other political leaders including ''[[Sun TV (India)|Sun TV]]'', ''[[NDTV]]'', ''[[Times Now]]'' and various local channels.<ref name="drtamilisai.com" /> | ||
==Elections contested== | ==Elections contested== | ||
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! width="70" |Opposition vote percentage | ! width="70" |Opposition vote percentage | ||
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| bgcolor="FFA07A" |[[2009 Indian general election]]||[[Chennai North (Lok Sabha constituency)|Chennai Vadakku]]||[[Bharatiya Janata Party|BJP]]||Lost||3.54||[[T. K. S. Elangovan]]||[[Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam|DMK]]||42.59 | | bgcolor="FFA07A" |[[2009 Indian general election | 2009]]||[[Chennai North (Lok Sabha constituency)|Chennai Vadakku]]||[[Bharatiya Janata Party|BJP]]||Lost||3.54||[[T. K. S. Elangovan]]||[[Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam|DMK]]||42.59 | ||
|- style="background:#ffc;" | |- style="background:#ffc;" | ||
| bgcolor="FFA07A" |[[2019 Indian general election]]||[[Thoothukkudi (Lok Sabha constituency)|Thoothukkudi]]||[[Bharatiya Janata Party|BJP]]||Lost||21.77||[[Kanimozhi Karunanidhi]]||[[Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam|DMK]]||56.77 | | bgcolor="FFA07A" |[[2019 Indian general election | 2019]]||[[Thoothukkudi (Lok Sabha constituency)|Thoothukkudi]]||[[Bharatiya Janata Party|BJP]]||Lost||21.77||[[Kanimozhi Karunanidhi]]||[[Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam|DMK]]||56.77 | ||
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==Positions== | ==Positions== | ||
===Women rights=== | ===Women's rights=== | ||
Soundararajan is a supporter of the [[Me Too movement (India)|#metoo]] movement and has | Soundararajan is a supporter of the [[Me Too movement (India)|#metoo]] movement and has emphasized that any woman who had faced sexual harassment should get justice.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/tamilisai-backs-sexual-abuse-victims/article25196366.ece|title=Tamilisai backs sexual abuse victims|date=12 October 2018|via=www.thehindu.com|newspaper=The Hindu}}</ref> | ||
===Temple management=== | ===Temple management=== | ||
Soundararajan has asserted that temples must be managed by committees formed of devotees of the temple and consist of theists.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/only-the-devout-must-manage-temples-bjp/article22737803.ece|title=Only the devout must manage temples: BJP|author=Staff Reporter|date=13 February 2018|via=www.thehindu.com|newspaper=The Hindu}}</ref> | |||
=== Telangana Governor === | |||
Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan was sworn in as the first woman Governor of Telangana in the year 2019, replacing the post held by E.S.L. Narasimhan.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Rajeev |first=M. |date=2019-09-01 |title=Tamilisai Soundararajan is new Telangana Governor |language=en-IN |work=The Hindu |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/tamilisai-soundararajan-is-new-telangana-governor/article29314609.ece |access-date=2022-04-24 |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> She's the second governor of the State of Telangana, which was formed on June 2, 2014.<ref>{{Cite web |last=PTI |title=Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan is the youngest governor |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/national/telangana-govenor-tamilisai-soundararajan-is-youngest-governor/article29383952.ece |access-date=2022-04-24 |website=www.thehindubusinessline.com |language=en}}</ref> She's the youngest among all state governors.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Tamilisai Soundararajan youngest governor Andhra's Harichandan oldest at 85 |url=https://www.theweek.in/content/archival/wire-updates/national/2019/09/10/del16-governors.html |access-date=2022-04-24 |website=The Week |language=en}}</ref> To explore the resources among alumni, an online portal | |||
called 'Chancellor Connect' was created. | |||
==== As a Governor ==== | |||
Raj Bhavan under Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan, in association with Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE), instituted 'Chancellor's Awards' for best teachers, best research, and best university in academic social responsibility.<ref>{{Cite web |last=correspondent |first=dc |date=2021-06-30 |title=Telangana Governor announces Chancellor's Awards in academics |url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/in-other-news/300621/telangana-governor-announces-chancellors-awards-in-academics.html |access-date=2022-04-24 |website=Deccan Chronicle |language=en}}</ref> | |||
Dr. Tamilisai organized meetings in association with the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Hyderabad, to create a detailed action plan for formulating an appropriate nutrition intervention program for Telangana's tribal communities.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nutrition Intervention Survey for Tribal Communities Coming Soon: TS Guv |url=https://deccan.news/nutrition-intervention-survey-for-tribal-communities-coming-soon-ts-guv/ |url-status=live |website=Deccan News}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=We need to ensure good nutritional status of tribal people: Governor Tamilisai |url=http://www.ap7am.com/pn-4339/we-need-to-ensure-good-nutritional-status-of-tribal-people-governor-tamilisai |access-date=2022-04-24 |website=ap7am.com |language=en}}</ref> | |||
=== '''Lt. Governor of Puducherry''' === | |||
Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan was sworn in as Lt. Governor of Puducherry (additional charge ) on 18 February 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Tamilisai Soundararajan assumes office as Puducherry Lt governor |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2021/feb/18/tamilisai-soundararajan-assumes-office-as-puducherry-lt-governor-2265655.html |access-date=2022-04-24 |website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> Chief Justice of Madras High court Justice Sanjeeb Banerjee administered the oath of office and secrecy to her. Tamilisai took the oath in Tamil.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-02-18 |title=Tamilisai Soundararajan sworn in as Puducherry Lt Governor |url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/tamilisai-soundararajan-sworn-puducherry-lt-governor-143691 |access-date=2022-04-24 |website=The News Minute |language=en}}</ref> | |||
== References ==<!--- See [[Wikipedia:Footnotes]] on how to create references using tags, these references will then appear here automatically --> | == References ==<!--- See [[Wikipedia:Footnotes]] on how to create references using tags, these references will then appear here automatically --> | ||
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Tamilisai Soundararajan | |
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| 2nd Governor of Telangana | |
| Assumed office 8 September 2019 | |
| Chief Minister | K. Chandrasekhar Rao |
| Preceded by | E. S. L. Narasimhan |
| Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry | |
(Additional Charge) | |
| Assumed office 18 February 2021 | |
| Chief Minister | V. Narayanasamy N. Rangaswamy |
| Preceded by | Kiran Bedi |
| President of Bharatiya Janata Party, Tamil Nadu | |
| In office 16 August 2014 – 1 September 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Pon Radhakrishnan |
| Succeeded by | L. Murugan |
| Director (Independent Charge), Bharat Petroleum Corporation of India[1] | |
| In office 16 September 2017 – 1 September 2019 | |
| National Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party | |
| In office 2013–2014 | |
| Vice-President of Bharatiya Janata Party (Tamil Nadu) | |
| In office 2010–2013 | |
| General Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party (Tamil Nadu) | |
| In office 2007–2010 | |
| All India Co-Convenor of Bharatiya Janata Party Medical Wing (Southern States) | |
| In office 2005–2007 | |
| General Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party Medical Wing (Tamil Nadu) | |
| In office 2001–2005 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 2 June 1961[2] Kaliyikkavila, Kanyakumari, Madras State, India (present-day Tamil Nadu) |
| Political party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
| Spouse(s) | P. Soundararajan |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent(s) | Kumari Ananthan (Father) |
| Residence | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Alma mater | Madras Medical College (MBBS) |
| Profession |
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Tamilisai Soundararajan (born 2 June 1961) is an Indian politician serving as the 2nd and current Governor of Telangana, and is the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry (Additional charge) since 18 February 2021. She was the National Secretary and Tamil Nadu State Unit President of the BJP prior to this appointment.[3][4]
Personal life and education[edit | edit source]
She was born in Kaliyakkavilai, Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu on 2 June 1961.[5] Her father Kumari Ananthan,[6] is a former Member of Parliament and senior congress party leader in Tamil Nadu. Her husband, Mr. Soundarajan, is a medical doctor.[7] Her paternal cousin is actor and businessman turned politician Vijay Vasanth.
She did from graduation at Ethiraj College for Women, followed by pursuing her MBBS at Madras Medical College, Chennai[8] and her obstetrics and gynaecology qualifications at Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai. She did higher training in sonology and FET therapy in Canada.
Prior to political commitment she worked as an assistant professor at Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai for 5 years.[8] She has two children, a boy and a girl, both are doctors.
As recognition of her dedicated service to the society and general public and promoting gender equality women empowerment, she was awarded “ International Rising Star of the Year – 2018” by multi ethnic advisory task force, USA operating under US Congressman Danny K. Davis.[9][10]
Political career[edit | edit source]
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Soundararajan became interested in politics from childhood, having been brought up in a political family.[11] She was elected as a student leader during her studies at Madras Medical College. She served the Tamil Nadu state BJP unit in various capacities starting from South Chennai District Medical Wing Secretary in 1999, State General Secretary Medical Wing in 2001, All India Co-Convenor (Medical Wing For Southern States)[12] in 2005, State General Secretary in 2007, State Vice-President in 2010 and elevated as National Secretary, All India BJP in 2013.[13][14]
She was appointed the Governor of Telangana on 1 September 2019 by the order of the President of India, Ram Nath Kovind and currently is also 1st woman to hold the office of the state. She took charge as Governor of Telangana on 9 September 2019. She was given additional charge of Puducherry (union territory) on 16 February 2021 and is fifth woman to hold the office of the Union Territory.[15][16] During the Covid-19 pandemic she visited healthcare workers in hospitals and encouraged vaccination.
Soundararajan has lost in all her attempts at becoming an MP or MLA to date, having contested two Assembly elections and Parliament elections unsuccessfully. In the 2019 Indian general election, she lost against Kanimozhi, daughter of M Karunanidhi from Thoothukkudi.[17][18] She extensively campaigned in parliament and assembly elections across the state.[19]
Media[edit | edit source]
She conducted a programme promoting the oratory skills for students and children, which was broadcast on the Tamil channel Raj TV for more than 10 years.[8] She conducted a weekly programme for women in "Doordarshan" Channel which was aired as Magalir Panchayat (Women's Court) for over 5 years. She participated in several political debates against other political leaders including Sun TV, NDTV, Times Now and various local channels.[8]
Elections contested[edit | edit source]
Lok Sabha Elections[edit | edit source]
| Elections | Constituency | Party | Result | Vote percentage | Opposition Candidate | Opposition Party | Opposition vote percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Chennai Vadakku | BJP | Lost | 3.54 | T. K. S. Elangovan | DMK | 42.59 |
| 2019 | Thoothukkudi | BJP | Lost | 21.77 | Kanimozhi Karunanidhi | DMK | 56.77 |
Tamil Nadu Legislative Elections[edit | edit source]
| Elections | Constituency | Party | Result | Vote percentage | Opposition Candidate | Opposition Party | Opposition vote percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election | Radhapuram | BJP | Lost | 4.71 | M. Appavu | DMK | 43.37 |
| 2011 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election | Velachery | BJP | Lost | 4.63 | M. K. Ashok | AIADMK | 53.91 |
| 2016 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election | Virugambakkam | BJP | Lost | 11.19 | V. N. Virugai Ravi | AIADMK | 38.51 |
Positions[edit | edit source]
Women's rights[edit | edit source]
Soundararajan is a supporter of the #metoo movement and has emphasized that any woman who had faced sexual harassment should get justice.[20]
Temple management[edit | edit source]
Soundararajan has asserted that temples must be managed by committees formed of devotees of the temple and consist of theists.[21]
Telangana Governor[edit | edit source]
Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan was sworn in as the first woman Governor of Telangana in the year 2019, replacing the post held by E.S.L. Narasimhan.[22] She's the second governor of the State of Telangana, which was formed on June 2, 2014.[23] She's the youngest among all state governors.[24] To explore the resources among alumni, an online portal
called 'Chancellor Connect' was created.
As a Governor[edit | edit source]
Raj Bhavan under Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan, in association with Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE), instituted 'Chancellor's Awards' for best teachers, best research, and best university in academic social responsibility.[25]
Dr. Tamilisai organized meetings in association with the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Hyderabad, to create a detailed action plan for formulating an appropriate nutrition intervention program for Telangana's tribal communities.[26][27]
Lt. Governor of Puducherry[edit | edit source]
Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan was sworn in as Lt. Governor of Puducherry (additional charge ) on 18 February 2021.[28] Chief Justice of Madras High court Justice Sanjeeb Banerjee administered the oath of office and secrecy to her. Tamilisai took the oath in Tamil.[29]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Tamilisai on BPCL board". The Hindu. 16 September 2017 – via www.thehindu.com.
- ↑ Jun 2, C. D. S. Mani | TNN | Updated; 2016; Ist, 20:33. "Tamilisai Soundararajan vows to take Modi govt schemes to all villages in TN - Chennai News - Times of India". The Times of India.
{{cite web}}:|first1=has generic name (help);|last2=has numeric name (help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ↑ "Tamilisai Sounderrajan appointed BJP TNEB unit president". The Hindu. 17 August 2014. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
- ↑ "New BJP chiefs for Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu and Assam". The Economic Times/Times of India. PTI. 16 August 2014. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
- ↑ "Telangana State Portal Governor". www.telangana.gov.in. Retrieved 16 August 2021.
- ↑ "The Hindu News Update Service". The Hindu. 13 April 2009. Archived from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 2 June 2014.
- ↑ "Dr Tamilisai Soudrarajan: Age, Biography, Education, Husband, Caste, Net Worth & More - Oneindia". www.oneindia.com.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 "Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan".
- ↑ Bodiwala, Suresh (31 October 2018). "Multi Ethnic Advisory Task Force Hosted 8th Annual Congressional award function with Glittering of Chicago stars". Daily Herald. Retrieved 16 August 2021.
- ↑ "Governor selected for global women of excellence award". The Hindu. 5 March 2021. Retrieved 16 August 2021.
- ↑ Sudha (29 November 2013). "Tamilisai Soundararajan opens her mind | நான் டுமிழிசை செளந்தரராஜன் பேசுகிறேன் ! - Oneindia Tamil" (in தமிழ்). Tamil.oneindia.in. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
- ↑ "Bharatiya Janata Party". Bjp.org. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
- ↑ "Who is Tamilisai Soundararajan? All you need to know about Puducherry's new LG". Free Press Journal. 16 February 2021. Retrieved 16 August 2021.
- ↑ "Jual Oram appointed as BJP's national Vice President, Dharmendra Pradhan as General Secretary". Orissadiary.com. 31 March 2013. Archived from the original on 12 August 2014. Retrieved 2 June 2014.
- ↑ "Tamilisai Soundararajan sworn in as Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry". The Indian Express. 18 February 2021. Retrieved 16 August 2021.
- ↑ "Kiran Bedi removed as Puducherry LG amid political crisis in Union territory". 16 February 2021.
- ↑ "Dr. Tamilisai Soundrarajan(Bharatiya Janata Party(BJP)):Constituency- VELACHERY(CHENNAI) - Affidavit Information of Candidate". Myneta.info. 14 June 2004. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
- ↑ "News Today". www.maalaisudar.com. 7 May 2009. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
- ↑ "After 'chai', now a NaMo fish stall in Chennai". Mangaloretoday.com. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
- ↑ "Tamilisai backs sexual abuse victims". The Hindu. 12 October 2018 – via www.thehindu.com.
- ↑ Staff Reporter (13 February 2018). "Only the devout must manage temples: BJP". The Hindu – via www.thehindu.com.
- ↑ Rajeev, M. (1 September 2019). "Tamilisai Soundararajan is new Telangana Governor". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 24 April 2022.
- ↑ PTI. "Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan is the youngest governor". www.thehindubusinessline.com. Retrieved 24 April 2022.
- ↑ "Tamilisai Soundararajan youngest governor Andhra's Harichandan oldest at 85". The Week. Retrieved 24 April 2022.
- ↑ correspondent, dc (30 June 2021). "Telangana Governor announces Chancellor's Awards in academics". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 24 April 2022.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ↑ "Nutrition Intervention Survey for Tribal Communities Coming Soon: TS Guv". Deccan News.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ "We need to ensure good nutritional status of tribal people: Governor Tamilisai". ap7am.com. Retrieved 24 April 2022.
- ↑ "Tamilisai Soundararajan assumes office as Puducherry Lt governor". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 24 April 2022.
- ↑ "Tamilisai Soundararajan sworn in as Puducherry Lt Governor". The News Minute. 18 February 2021. Retrieved 24 April 2022.
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