J. Chitharanjan (22 October 1927 – 13 June 2008) was an Indian labor leader, politician, a leader of the Communist Party of India (CPI). He was the president of CPI's Trade Union wing AITUC, a Minister in the state and was a member of the Rajya Sabha.
J. Chitharanjan | |
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Member of the Rajya Sabha | |
In office 1997–2003 | |
Minister of Health, Government of Kerala | |
In office 11 April 1977 – 18 November 1978 | |
Preceded by | N. K. Balakrishnan |
Succeeded by | K.P. Prabhakaran |
Constituency | Chathannoor |
Personal details | |
Born | Kollam Kerala, India | 22 October 1927
Died | 13 June 2008 | (aged 80)
Political party | Communist Party of India |
Spouse | Shrimati L. Ambiga Chitharanjan |
Children | 1 son, 2 daughters |
Alma mater | Union Christian College, Alwaye |
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Chitharanjan was elected to Kerala Assembly in 1977, 1980 and 1987 from his home district of Kollam.
His parents were Janardhanan Asan and Meenakshi Amma. His electoral life started with a contest with his uncle Divakarappanikker who was an important Congress leader.