Freedom fighter Ayyaroth Kunhikannan Nambiar dies at 104 in Kerala
Nambiar had met Mahatma Gandhi when he visited Pakkanarpuram in 1934. He was actively part of various protests organised under the aegis of Indian National Congress during the freedom movement.
He had led several protests such as the 'Toddy shop blockade' as part of the Quit India movement in the Malabar region and was arrested.
He was a close follower of K. Kelappan and had organised several meetings on his behalf. He had visited several tribal colonies with Kelappan as per the directions of Mahatma Gandhi to create awareness among the lower classes about the need for education. He played a major role in the development of the Sradhananda school set by Kelappan for the welfare of the lower classes.
The funeral was held on Monday (July 1, 2025). Several political leaders offered tributes to Nambair at his house.
His wife was Lakshmikkutty Amma. He is survived by his daughter Padmini, sons Ramachandran and Mohandas.
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