Achuthanandan was the final residing chief from the unique group that cut up from the Communist Occasion of India in 1964 to type the CPI(M). He joined the Communist motion earlier than turning 18 and remained energetic in politics for practically 80 years.
Who was VS Achuthanandan?
Born in Punnapra, Alappuzha, he was impressed by coir employees and freedom fighters. In 1946, he took half within the Punnapra-Vayalar revolt towards the Travancore Dewan. He survived a police assault and was jailed a number of instances throughout his early political life.
He grew to become an MLA at 44 and went on to serve three phrases because the Chief of the Opposition. He was elected from the Mararikulam constituency for nearly 20 years. In 2006, on the age of 82, he grew to become the Chief Minister of Kerala.
As an opposition chief, Achuthanandan fought towards forest land grabs, unlawful lottery scams, and police violence towards Adivasi communities. He additionally stood with protestors in Plachimada towards the Coca-Cola plant.
Throughout his time as Chief Minister (2006–2011), he led key improvement tasks similar to:
- Vallarpadam transhipment terminal in Kochi
- Technopark in Kollam
- Foundations for Kochi Metro and Kannur airport
