Joined TVK at its foundation on 2 February 2024.
Active party organiser across Dr. Radhakrishnan Nagar and North Chennai constituencies.
Announced as TVK candidate for Dr. Radhakrishnan Nagar (RK Nagar) — a high-profile North Chennai seat.
Won RK Nagar with 97,800 votes — margin of 49,668, one of the largest in the 2026 election.
Sworn in as Finance Minister — heading Tamil Nadu's Finance, Planning & Development department.