V S Achuthanandan

Kerala's veteran communist leader V S Achuthanandan dies at 101

V S Achuthanandan, former Kerala CM and senior CPI(M) leader, passed away in Thiruvananthapuram at 101. Known for his commitment to social justice, he left a lasting impact on Kerala politics

Updated On: 21 Jul 2025 | 11:43 PM IST

V S Achuthanandan appointed as ARC Chairman

However, opposition Congress criticised the move saying it would further burden the state's 'Consolidated Fund'

Updated On: 03 Aug 2016 | 3:38 PM IST

Kerala's 'Fidel Castro' plays the wait and watch game

A day after his hopes of returning as the state chief minister were dashed

Updated On: 21 May 2016 | 3:57 PM IST

Kerala assembly elections: Age no factor for 92-year old V S Achuthanandan as he battles for Malampuzha

Having spent over 70 years in Kerala politics, VS is way ahead of his political opponents, both in experience and campaigning style

Updated On: 07 May 2016 | 4:36 PM IST