K. T. Kosalram (1915-1985) was an Indian politician. He was also a freedom fighter and a congressman. He owned Dina Sethi, a newspaper from Purasawakkam, Chennai.
K. T. Kosalram | |
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Member of Legislative Assembly | |
In office 1952–1957 | |
Succeeded by | S. P. Adithanar |
Constituency | Sathankulam |
In office 1962–1967 | |
Preceded by | S. P. Adithanar |
Succeeded by | Martin |
Constituency | Sathankulam |
Member of Lok Sabha | |
In office 1977–1980 | |
In office 1980–1984 | |
In office 1984–1985 | |
Preceded by | M. S. Sivasamy |
Succeeded by | R. Dhanuskodi Athithan |
Constituency | Tiruchendur |
Personal details | |
Born | 22 December 1915 Arumuganeri,Madras Presidency British India |
Died | 27 January 1985 69) New Delhi | (aged
Political party | INC |
Spouse(s) | Gomathi Devi Saroja |
Children | K T K Subash K T K Mohan Ram K T K Ashokan K T K Jamuna K T K Aruna K T K Jawahar K T K Thoosimuthu K T K Indra |
As of 14 February,2018 Source: |
K. T. Kosalram was born in 1915 and played a significant role in India's struggle for independence. He actively participated in the Civil Disobedience Movement in 1932 and the Quit India Movement in 1942. [1] Kosalram was notably involved in the burning of the Kurumbur Railway Station during the 1942 uprisings,an act for which he was arrested,sentenced,and imprisoned. [1] He served as the secretary of the Tirunelveli District Satyagraha Committee.[ citation needed ]
Kosalram's political career began with his service as a Member of the then composite Madras State Legislative Assembly from 1946 to 1956,followed by his tenure in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Council from 1957 to 1962. [2] He continued his legislative service as a Member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from 1962 to 1967. [2] Later,he was a member of Lok Sabha elected from Tiruchendur constituency in the 1977,1980 and 1984 elections. [1] [3] [4] [5] [6]
In addition to his political roles,Kosalram organized the first Rehabilitation Centre for Sri Lankan repatriates at Nazareth in 1954. [2] He also owned and operated Dina Sethi,a newspaper based in Purasawakkam,Chennai. [1]
A school in Tuticorin has been named in his honor,as well as the Sathankulam Bus Stand. [7] In recognition of his centenary year,a special cover was released on 19 May 2015,in Tuticorin to celebrate his legacy. [8] [9]
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