Aadhav Arjuna Biography, Age, Height, Career, Net Worth In 2025
 

Introduction

Aadhav Arjuna is a rising star in Indian public life known for his great input in basketball administration, as well as for which he is also becoming a force in Tamil Nadu’s political scene. In 2025, he is the President of the Basketball Federation of India (BFI) and also in a key strategic role in Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), the political party founded by Tamil actor Vijay. From humble roots in a small town to the national stage, his growth story is a testament to hard work, vision, and dedication.

Early Life and Education

Aadhav Arjuna was born on April 12, 1982, in Trichy, Tamil Nadu, to a modest agricultural background. He lost his mother at a young age, which had a great impact on him and which, in turn, made him determined to do well in education and sports. He attended Ramakrishna Mission School in Trichy, where he found his love for basketball.

Later at the time which he was at Madras Christian College (MCC) in Chennai, he enrolled for a Political Science degree, which he did very well in. Also, during his college days, he was the captain of his hostel’s basketball team and did very well to earn for himself a name for his strategic thinking, which was apparent on and off the court.

Career in Basketball

Aadhav’s career started out on the basketball court, where he played for Tamil Nadu at the State level and in many of their inter-state tournaments. Then, into administration, he did a fast rise, and within a short time, he was a key man. Also, he became very much a part of the Tamil Nadu Basketball Association (TNBA) and also proved with that work that he had great skills as an organizer and that he had a vision which included the base level of sports.

In 2023, that honor went to our young President of the Basketball Federation of India, which is also an achievement at that young age. He has been putting the sport on the map in rural India, improving infrastructure that previously may not have existed, and also, we see greater care put into the selection processes.

Entrepreneurship and Advocacy

Beyond sports, Aadhav is an entrepreneur and social activist. In 2016, he started ARISE Investments, which later transformed into ARISE Capital, a company that focuses on the financial inclusion of rural women and first-time investors. Through this business, he has worked with hundreds of self-help groups in Tamil Nadu.

He also founded Voice of Commons, which is a political research and advocacy platform that focuses on policy education and grassroots leadership of youth and underrepresented communities.

Political Journey

Aadhav’s introduction to politics was through his connection with the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). In 2011  2016, he was involved in behind-the-scenes work for digital campaigns and outreach [1] programs. He proved himself to be a strategic asset, which in turn got him a place at the table for campaign planning during the 2016 and 2019 elections.

In 2023, he joined Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), which also saw him take up the post of Deputy General Secretary. But in December 2024, after he made some critical remarks on dynastic politics, he was put out of the party. Left in the lurch, he resigned a short while later in early 2025 and then attached himself to Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). At present, he is the National Campaign Secretary, which includes leading the party’s campaign for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

Age, Height, and Personal Life

As of 2025, Aadhav Arjuna is at the age of 43. Though his exact height isn't made public, he is reported to be around 6 feet tall, which we base on his athletic background.

Net Worth in 2025

In 2025, Aadhav’s net worth is to be between ₹10–12 crore (approx $1.2  1.4 million). What we see is from his doings in sports administration, political strategy, and business ventures. Though his financial details are not put out there officially, what we do know of his fiscal health puts Aadhav among the more stable of the up-and-coming leaders in Tamil Nadu.

Conclusion

Aadhav Arjuna is a unique blend of sports leadership, political strategy, and social responsibility. He has broken through personal barriers to put in great work for the betterment of society, which in turn has gotten him the recognition and support he has today. As we look to 2025, his dual role in Indian basketball and Tamil Nadu politics has him at the forefront, determined to leave a lasting mark in both.