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 | |
|---|---|
| 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 (aged 69) New Delhi |
| 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: [1] | |
Early life and freedom struggle
editK. 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 also served as the secretary of the Tirunelveli District Satyagraha Committee.[citation needed]
Political career
editKosalram'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 1977, 1980 and 1984 elections.[1][3][4][5][6]
Contributions and legacy
editIn 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]
Honors and recognition
editA 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]
References
edit- ^ a b c d Mahotsav, Amrit. "K. T. Kosalram". Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ a b c Tewary, K. K.; Dandavate, Madhu; Ranga, Nayakulu G. (25 October 2021). "Obituary References: Demise of K.T. Kosalram".
{{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires|journal=(help) - ^ "Small, but loud, in the 1940s". The Hindu. 25 June 2007. Archived from the original on 5 November 2012.
- ^ Volume I, 1977 Indian general election, 6th Lok Sabha Archived 18 July 2014 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Volume I, 1980 Indian general election, 7th Lok Sabha Archived 18 July 2014 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Volume I, 1984 Indian general election, 8th Lok Sabha Archived 18 July 2014 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ மலர், மாலை (19 June 2023). "சாத்தான்குளம் பஸ் நிலையத்தில் தியாகி கே.டி.கோசல்ராம் பெயரை உலோக எழுத்துகளாக மாற்ற வேண்டும் - ஊர்வசி அமிர்தராஜ் எம்.எல்.ஏ.விடம் கோரிக்கை". www.maalaimalar.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ ""TMC is the party of people's trust"". The Hindu. 28 January 2016. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ Bolar, Mansoor (4 August 2015). "K.T.Kosalram". MB's Stamps of India. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
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