Nalini Chidambaram (born in 1946) is an Indian lawyer based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (India). Now, she is the spouse of P. Chidambaram (Former Attorney, Congress Leader & Member of Rajya Sabha). Meanwhile, Mr. Chidambaram also served as the Union Finance Minister of India.
Furthermore, he handled the responsibility of Finance and Home Ministry from 2004 to 2014. He fought his first Lok Sabha election from the Shivganga seat in 1984. Apart from that, Nalini served in the Madras High Court and the Supreme Court. She shared the gender discrimination issues in her profession.
However, the Delhi High School rejected his bail plea on August 20, 2019. Chidambaram accused in the different corruption and INX Media Case. Still, he criticized for his job during the 2008 and 2011 Mumbai Attacks. However, His son Karti had a 5% stake in the Aircel Company.
Moreover, he also owned a company i.e. Advantage Strategic Consulting. P. Chidambaram tried to provide benefits to Aircel in the 2G spectrum case. Though, his involvement suspected in the Aircel-Maxis fraud. Recently, the CBI team arrested him from his Jor Bagh residence.
Early Life, Parents & Education
P. Chidambaram’s Spouse, Nalini Chidambaram was born in 1946 (age 73 years old) in Chennai (Tamil Nadu, India). P.S. Kailasam is the retired Supreme Court Judge and her father. Nalini’s mother Soundra Kailasam is a Tamil Author and Poet.
Her sister is Padmini Sivasubramaniam. Nalini qualified her graduation in Maths and then Law Degree from the University of Madras.
Wedding, Spouse & Children

Her husband P. Chidambaram.
Ms. Chidambaram met her husband i.e. P. Chidambaram in her University of Madras. The couple tied the knot a few years. Nalini gave birth to a son in 1971 named Karti P. Chidambaram (Politician, Businessman & Lawyer).
Apart from that, Karti’s wife name is Dr. Srinidhi Rangarajan ( Bharathanatiyam dancer & Physician). Nalini has a granddaughter whose name is Aditi Nalini Chidambaram.
Info & Quick Trivia
Wiki/Bio | |
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Real Full Birth Name | Nalini Chidambaram. |
Nick name | Nalini. |
Profession | Lawyer. |
Famous for | Wife of P. Chidambaram (Former Attorney, Congress Leader & Member of Rajya Sabha). |
Age (As of 2019) | 73 years old. |
Date of Birth (DOB), Birthday | 1946. |
Birthplace/Hometown | Chennai, Tamil Nadu (India). |
Nationality | Indian. |
Caste | Nagarathar (Chettiar). |
Gender | Female. |
Sexuality (Gay or Lesbian) | Straight. |
Religion | Hinduism. |
Sun Sign (Zodiac Birth Sign) | Not Available. |
Current Residence | Delhi, India. |
Physical Statistics | |
Height (Tall) | Feet & Inches: 5' 4". Centimeters: 163 cm. Meters: 1.63 m. |
Weight | Kilograms: 65 Kg. Pounds: 143 lbs. |
Tattoo details? | NA. |
Shoe Size (UK) | 6.5. |
Eye Color | Black. |
Hair Color | Black. |
Family | |
Parents | Father: P.S. Kailasam (Lawyer & Retired Supreme Court Judge). Mother: Soundra Kailasam (Tamil Poet & Author). |
Siblings | Brother: None. Sister: Padmini Sivasubramaniam. |
Famous Relatives | Grandparents: Uncle: Aunt: |
Personal Life Relationship | |
Marital Status | Married. |
Dating History? | -- |
Boyfriend/Fiancé | Not Known. |
Husband/Spouse Name | P. Chidambaram. |
Son | Karti P. Chidambaram. |
Daughter | None. |
Education | |
Highest Qualification | Degree in Law. |
School | Government School in Chennai. |
Alma Mater. | University of Madras. |
Hobbies & Favorite Things | |
Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Rakesh Roshan. Actress: Asha Parekh. |
Dream Holiday Destination | Ooty. |
Favorite Color | Red. |
Love to do | Cooking & Shopping. |
Favorite Food | Pizza. |
Wealth | |
Net worth (approx.) | Under revision. |
Monthly Salary, Income & Earnings | -- |
Contact Details | |
Mobile or Phone Number | Not Known. |
Official Website | NA. |
Home Details | Her house is in Jor Bagh, Delhi. |
Email Address | Not found. |
Some Lesser Known Facts about Nalini Chidambaram
- Karti was an avid tennis player and won many national tournaments.
- Later on, he was the Secretary-General in the Indian Tennis Players Association (ITPA).
- Wikipedia: Nalini, P. Chidambaram’s Wife was interested in the writ petitions than the civil cases.
- Furthermore, Income Tax was her favorite subject.
- Still, she is not ready to be in active politics.
- In addition to this, her son and spouse are the respected congress leaders.
- She remembered her case related to the 2 Lakh Tamil Nadu Government Employees in 2003.
- The Supreme Court ensured the job security of 2 Lakh employees in their final decision.
- Additionally, Nalini Chidambaram was a junior in Mr. KK Venugopal’s office.
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