Who Is Leema Rose Martin? All About AIADMK Leader Who Is the Richest MLA in Tamil Nadu Assembly With INR 5,863 Crore Net Worth
AIADMK MLA Leema Rose Martin is the wealthiest legislator in the Tamil Nadu Assembly with a declared net worth of INR 5,863 crore. Wife of 'Lottery King' Santiago Martin, she owns vast assets, including 19 kg of gold and 1,217 carats of diamonds. Her wealth is nine times that of TVK chief Vijay, who declared an INR 648 crore wealth.
Leema Rose Martin, the newly elected AIADMK legislator from the Lalgudi constituency in Tamil Nadu, has emerged as the wealthiest member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. According to a report released by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) on Saturday, May 9, Martin declared a total family net worth of INR 5,863 crore in her election affidavit.
The disclosure comes in the wake of the 2026 assembly elections, which saw a historic shift in the state's political landscape with the rise of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). Tamil Nadu Election Result 2026: List of Winners From DMK, AIADMK, TVK, IUML and More.
A Landmark Electoral Debut for Leema Rose Martin
A first-time contestant in the 2026 elections, Leema Rose Martin secured the Lalgudi seat in Tiruchirappalli district on an AIADMK ticket. She polled 60,795 votes, defeating her closest competitor, Ku Pa Krishnan of the TVK, by a margin of 2,739 votes. Originally from Coimbatore, Martin is the wife of Santiago Martin, a prominent businessman frequently referred to as India’s "Lottery King". Her educational qualification is listed as Class 6 in her official filings.
Detailed Wealth Breakdown of Leema Rose Martin
The staggering INR 5,863 crore valuation is a combined figure for Martin, her husband, and their dependent son, Jose Daison Martin. Individually, the MLA reported movable assets worth INR 139.62 crore and immovable properties valued at INR 909.94 crore.
Family Asset Highlights:
- Santiago Martin (Spouse): Reported the largest share of the family wealth, with movable assets of INR 3,262 crore and immovable assets of INR 887 crore.
- Jose Daison Martin (Son): Declared assets including INR 225 crore in movable and INR 439 crore in immovable properties.
- Precious Metals: The MLA personally owns 19,233 grams of gold, 1,217 carats of diamonds, and over 131,000 grams of silver.
- Vehicles: The family maintains an extensive fleet. Martin owns 10 vehicles, while her husband owns 24 items, including a BMW 530D, a Lexus LX 570, and heavy machinery such as excavators and tractors.
Comparative Wealth in the Assembly
Martin's declared assets significantly outpace those of other high-profile legislators. Her net worth is approximately nine times that of TVK chief and potential Chief Ministerial candidate Vijay, who declared INR 648 crore. Following Vijay on the list of wealthiest MLAs is Aadhav Arjuna, a TVK representative for Villivakkam with INR 535 crore in assets. Notably, Arjuna is the son-in-law of Leema Rose Martin, placing two of the state's wealthiest legislators within the same extended family. Tamil Nadu: VCK To Announce Today Decision on Supporting TVK-Led Government Formation Bid.
Political Context and Assembly Status
The ADR report follows the May 4 declaration of election results, which ended nearly six decades of dominance by the DMK and AIADMK. The TVK, led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, became the single largest party with 108 seats. However, with the majority mark set at 118 in the 234-member house, the TVK is currently seeking support from smaller parties to form a government. The DMK and AIADMK follow with 59 and 47 seats, respectively. Amidst these shifting political tides, Martin's record-breaking wealth highlights the significant financial profiles of the individuals now entering the state's legislative chamber.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on May 09, 2026 04:56 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
