PMK founder S. Ramadoss to retire from active politics
PMK founder S. Ramadoss has announced his retirement from active politics on his 88th birthday. His son, Anbumani Ramadoss, will now lead the party's affairs.
Why it matters
This marks a significant leadership transition in a regional political party that has historically influenced state and national politics.
PMK founder S. Ramadoss has reportedly expressed his willingness to step aside and retire from active politics and said his son and Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) president Anbumani Ramadoss would take care of party affairs here on.
Dr. Ramadoss reportedly made this announcement at a family gathering in Thailapuram on the eve of his 88th birthday. The decision brings an end to a political career that has seen the highest of highs and lowest of lows and associations with some of the tallest leaders in both State and national parties.
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