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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Mortal remains of former Kerala CM VS Achuthanandan taken to Durbar Hall for public homage
The mortal remains of veteran CPI(M) leader and former Kerala Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan were taken to the Durbar Hall in the Secretariat on Tuesday for public homage. VS Achuthanandan passed away on Monday evening at the age of 101. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Data Science CXO Project Management PGDM healthcare Digital Marketing MBA Operations Management Public Policy Data Science Artificial Intelligence Finance Degree Technology Product Management Leadership Others Cybersecurity Design Thinking MCA Healthcare Management others Data Analytics Skills you'll gain: Duration: 30 Weeks IIM Kozhikode SEPO - IIMK-AI for Senior Executives India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK DABS India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIT Madras CERT-IITM Advanced Cert Prog in AI and ML India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months E&ICT Academy, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati CERT-IITG Prof Cert in DS & BA with GenAI India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months E&ICT Academy, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati CERT-IITG Postgraduate Cert in AI and ML India Starts on undefined Get Details Earlier today, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan visited the residence of the late Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader and former CM VS Achuthanandan to pay tribute to him. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo State Minister V Sivankutty also arrived to pay tribute to the late VS Achuthanandan. Meanwhile, the Kerala government has declared a three-day mourning period beginning from July 22 as a mark of respect for former CM V S Achuthanandan. Live Events During this time, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on all government buildings across Kerala. In a statement, the government said, "It received the news of his demise with profound grief. As a mark of respect, the Kerala government announced that all state government offices, educational institutions, professional colleges, state PSUs, statutory bodies, autonomous institutions, and all other establishments under the Negotiable Instruments Act would remain closed on Tuesday, July 22, 2025." Earlier on Monday, CM Vijayan mourned the demise of the party veteran and wrote on X, "A glorious era of revolutionary will and persistence comes to an end with the passing of our beloved Comrade VS Achuthanandan." Vijayan remembered VS Achuthanandan's contributions to the Punnapra-Vayalar uprising and his work for the agricultural workers. "His life - an illustrious saga of struggles like Punnapra-Vayalar, leadership of toiling agricultural workers, unwavering commitment as an organiser, and as an efficient administrator - remains a limitless repository of inspiration and lessons. As a comrade and a resolute fighter of the people, Comrade VS, as he was fondly known, stands tall as a doyen of Marxist ideology, unyielding in his fight against the exploitative capitalist order," the X post read. Paying condolences to his family, Vijayan added, "Expressing deepest sorrow at his passing and heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and comrades. Adieu, and Lal Salaam, Comrade VS." VS Achuthanandan was the Chief Minister of Kerala from 2006 to 2011. He was also the longest-serving opposition leader in the Kerala Assembly, holding the position for 15 years. Achuthanandan was a founding member of the CPM. He served as the Secretary of the CPM Kerala State Committee from 1980 to 1992. He was the LDF convener between 1996 and 2000, and Leader of the Opposition in three separate terms, 1992 to 1996, 2001 to 2006, and 2011 to 2016.
Mint
3 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
Pinarayi Vijayan, other leaders pay last tributes to ex- Kerala CM VS Achuthanandan
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, along with senior leaders, paid their final respects to veteran CPI(M) leader and former Kerala Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan at the Durbar Hall in the State Secretariat on Tuesday, 22 July. Top political figures, party workers, and members of the public gathered to offer their tributes to the iconic communist leader, who played a pivotal role in shaping Kerala's political landscape. VS Achuthanandan, one of India's most respected Communist figures and a key presence in Kerala's political history, died on Monday at the age of 101. The veteran leader died at 3:20 pm while undergoing treatment in the critical care unit of the Pattom SUT Hospital in Thiruvananthapuram, according to an official bulletin issued by the hospital. Achuthanandan was receiving treatment since June 23, following a cardiac arrest. VS Achuthanandan was the Chief Minister of Kerala from 2006 to 2011. He was also the longest-serving opposition leader in the Kerala Assembly, holding the position for 15 years. Achuthanandan was a founding member of the CPM. He served as the Secretary of the CPM Kerala State Committee from 1980 to 1992. He was the LDF convener between 1996 and 2000, and Leader of the Opposition in three separate terms--1992 to 1996, 2001 to 2006, and 2011 to 2016. Earlier on Monday, CM Vijayan mourned the demise of the party veteran and wrote on X, "A glorious era of revolutionary will and persistence comes to an end with the passing of our beloved Comrade VS Achuthanandan." Vijayan remembered VS Achuthanandan's contributions to the Punnapra-Vayalar uprising and his work for the agricultural workers. "His life - an illustrious saga of struggles like Punnapra-Vayalar, leadership of toiling agricultural workers, unwavering commitment as an organiser, and as an efficient administrator - remains a limitless repository of inspiration and lessons. As a comrade and a resolute fighter of the people, Comrade VS, as he was fondly known, stands tall as a doyen of Marxist ideology, unyielding in his fight against the exploitative capitalist order," the X post read. Paying condolences to his family, Vijayan added, "Expressing deepest sorrow at his passing and heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and comrades. Adieu, and Lal Salaam, Comrade VS." The Kerala government has declared a three-day mourning period beginning from July 22 as a mark of respect for former CM V S Achuthanandan. During this time, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on all government buildings across Kerala. In a statement, the government said, "It received the news of his demise with profound grief." As a mark of respect, the Kerala government announced that all state government offices, educational institutions, professional colleges, state PSUs, statutory bodies, autonomous institutions, and all other establishments under the Negotiable Instruments Act would remain closed on Tuesday, July 22, 2025."
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan pays tributes to late CPI(M) leader VS Achuthanandan
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan visited the residence of the late Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader and former CM VS Achuthanandan, to pay tribute to him. State Minister V Sivankutty also arrived to pay tribute to the late VS Achuthanandan. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MBA Technology Cybersecurity Product Management healthcare Healthcare Project Management Public Policy Management Leadership others Data Science Finance Others Digital Marketing PGDM Data Analytics Data Science MCA Degree Artificial Intelligence Design Thinking CXO Skills you'll gain: Financial Management Team Leadership & Collaboration Financial Reporting & Analysis Advocacy Strategies for Leadership Duration: 18 Months UMass Global Master of Business Administration (MBA) Starts on May 13, 2024 Get Details Former Kerala CM VS Achuthanandan passed away on Monday, at the age of 101, following a cardiac arrest. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What Is Dogecoin (DOGE)? | ZebPay ZebPay Learn More Undo Earlier on Monday, CM Vijayan mourned the demise of the party veteran and wrote on X, "A glorious era of revolutionary will and persistence comes to an end with the passing of our beloved Comrade VS Achuthanandan." Vijayan remembered VS Achuthanandan's contributions to the Punnapra-Vayalar uprising and his work for the agricultural workers. Live Events "His life - an illustrious saga of struggles like Punnapra-Vayalar, leadership of toiling agricultural workers, unwavering commitment as an organiser, and as an efficient administrator - remains a limitless repository of inspiration and lessons. As a comrade and a resolute fighter of the people, Comrade VS, as he was fondly known, stands tall as a doyen of Marxist ideology, unyielding in his fight against the exploitative capitalist order," the X post read. Paying condolences to his family, Vijayan added, "Expressing deepest sorrow at his passing and heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and comrades. Adieu, and Lal Salaam, Comrade VS." Meanwhile, the Kerala government has declared a three-day mourning period beginning from July 22 as a mark of respect for former CM V S Achuthanandan. During this time, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast on all government buildings across Kerala. In a statement, the government said, "It received the news of his demise with profound grief." As a mark of respect, the Kerala government announced that all state government offices, educational institutions, professional colleges, state PSUs, statutory bodies, autonomous institutions, and all other establishments under the Negotiable Instruments Act would remain closed on Tuesday, July 22, 2025." VS Achuthanandan was the Chief Minister of Kerala from 2006 to 2011. He was also the longest-serving opposition leader in the Kerala Assembly, holding the position for 15 years. Achuthanandan was a founding member of the CPM. He served as the Secretary of the CPM Kerala State Committee from 1980 to 1992. He was the LDF convener between 1996 and 2000, and Leader of the Opposition in three separate terms--1992 to 1996, 2001 to 2006, and 2011 to 2016.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pinarayi remembers V.S. Achuthanandan as a strong-willed leader with legacy of fighting injustice
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan portrayed the late Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] leader V.S. Achuthanandan as a proletarian leader of 'extraordinary will power, an unflinching sense of political purpose and a decades-old communist legacy of fiercely resisting injustice'. In a statement, Mr. Vijayan said the centenarian communist had dedicated his life to the people. Mr. Achuthanandan's life remained intertwined with the history and formation of modern Kerala. Mr. Vijayan said that Mr. Achuthanandan's contributions as Chief Minister, Leader of the Opposition, CPI(M) State secretary, a member of the Polit Bureau for 23 years, and Chairperson of the Kerala Administrative Reforms Commission were unmatched. 'End of an era' Mr. Achuthanandan's passing marks the end of an era. His departure is a loss for the Communist movement and also the democratic progressive movement in the country. Mr. Vijayan said memories of working together with Mr. Achuthanandan swamped him. He recollected the trials and tribulations that Mr. Achuthanandan faced in his long life. Mr. Achuthanandan was at the forefront of the fight against feudalism, serfdom, casteism, and exploitation during the Colonial era. The Communist movement in Kerala elevated him as the State's Chief Minister. Mr. Vijayan said that Mr. Achuthanandan was the last of the 32 leaders who formed the CPI(M) after the 1964 split. Mr. Achuthanandan was the last link between the independence movement and contemporary politics. 'A valuable political presence has now eclipsed,' he said. Mr. Vijayan said Mr. Achuthanandan's name was synonymous with the storied Punnappara-Vayalar uprising against landlorship, oppressive feudalism and serfdom. 'Mr. Achuthanandan contributed to the growth of the communist movement. In turn, the party contributed to Mr. Achuthanandan's rise as a powerful working class leader and later Chief Minister,' Mr. Vijayan said. He recalled Mr. Achuthanandan had joined the Communist Party at the age of 17 in 1940. Mr. Achuthanandan led the resistance against bonded labour, slave wages and caste oppression. He organised bonded agriculture workers in Alappuzha, challenging landlords and the Colonial police. Mr. Achuthanandan initially formed the Travancore Karshaka Thozhilali Union, which later became the Kerala State Karshaka Thozhilali Union, the biggest farmworkers labour collective in the State. Working class agitations The scores of working class agitations led by Mr. Achuthanandan changed the socio-political landscape of Kuttanad. He led the struggle for State takeover of excess land, minimum wages, equal pay for men and women agricultural workers, permanence in their employment, and an end to bonded labour. The proletarian agitations led by Mr. Achuthanandan sounded the death knell of the 'chapa sambradayam', where employees tossed metal tokens to a waiting crowd of workers for daily wage employment in the Kochi port. Mr. Vijayan remembered that Mr. Achuthanandan had slept rough, gone without victuals and toured remote villages in Kuttanad to organise farmworkers against the feudal regime. The government arrested Mr. Achuthanandan in 1948 after it proscribed the communist party. Mr. Achuthanandan rose through the ranks in the party and was its member for 85 years. 'VS turned his experience into strength for the communist movement,' he added. 'Anchored the party' Mr. Achuthanandan were among the tall leaders who anchored the party when revanchist and extremist tendencies buffeted the organisation following the 1964 split. Mr. Achuthanandan transcended politics by focusing on environmental conservation, human rights and gender equality, gaining mammoth public acceptance in the process.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Kerala CM & governor hold talks on university governance
T'puram: Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan met governor Rajendra V Arlekar at Raj Bhavan on Sunday evening amid rising problems at universities in Kerala. The face-to-face meeting lasted nearly an hour from 3:30pm. It came at a time when the higher education sector is facing legal administrative and political challenges. Sources said they discussed issues like vice-chancellor appointments as well as the fate of university amendment bills. These bills were passed by the state assembly but withheld by the governor. Official statements from Raj Bhavan and the chief minister's office did not reveal the meeting's agenda. However it is learned that the govt's plan to appoint interim VCs to new digital and technical universities was also discussed. The governor must approve the panel recommended for these appointments. The meeting came after a recent flashpoint between the Students' Federation of India (SFI) and the governor. SFI had protested against Arlekar's comments on a Bharat Mata picture with a saffron flag. This protest triggered fresh tensions between the governor and the govt. The timing of the meeting close to the SFI agitation gave a political edge to what is usually a procedural meeting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Though the meeting has political significance it also followed protocol. Usually chief ministers meet governors after foreign trips to update them. Vijayan had returned from a medical visit to the United States. Though Vijayan and Arlekar were both at Kerala House a few days earlier they did not meet there. This added to speculation about their strained ties. Vijayan's Raj Bhavan visit is usually routine after foreign travel but now has a wider political meaning. The govt and the governor have often clashed over university governance including legislative autonomy and chancellorship powers. Sunday's talks likely covered more than just formal matters.
