V. S. Achuthanandan

Indian politician (1923–2025)

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Velikkakathu Sankaran Achuthanandan, also known by his initialism VS, was an Indian politician and freedom fighter who was the Chief Minister of Kerala from 2006 to 2011. At 82, he was the oldest person to have assumed the office. He was affiliated with the Communist Party of India (Marxist). He served as the chairman of Administrative reforms in Kerala with state cabinet rank from 2016 to 2021. He served as Leader of the Opposition for 15 years which makes him the longest serving Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Legislative Assembly.

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Red crusader and the last of CPM's founders: Ex-CM of Kerala VS Achuthanandan dies at 101 V.S. Achuthanandan, the veteran Marxist leader, former Kerala CM, and CPM founding member, passed away at 101 after battling health issues. A key figure in Kerala's communist movement, Achuthanandan.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 21, 2025
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VS Achuthanandan, former Kerala CM and left stalwart, passes away at 101 Former Kerala Chief Minister and veteran CPI(M) leader V.S. Achuthanandan passes away at 101, leaving behind a legacy of clean politics and social justice. DNA - Published on July 21, 2025

Century of resilience: V S Achuthanandan's inspiring fight against injustice and inequality V.S. Achuthanandan, a prominent Marxist leader in India, celebrated his 100th birthday on Friday. He has been a tireless advocate for social justice and equality throughout his political career... IndiaTimes - Published on October 20, 2023