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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.

Early Life and Freedom Struggle

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 also served as the secretary of the Tirunelveli District Satyagraha Committee.[citation needed]

Political Career

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 1977, 1980 and 1984 elections.[1][3][4][5][6]

Contributions and Legacy

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]

Honors and Recognition

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]

References

  1. ^ a b c d Mahotsav, Amrit. "K. T. Kosalram". Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Ministry of Culture, Government of India. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
  2. ^ 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)
  3. ^ "Small, but loud, in the 1940s". The Hindu. 25 June 2007. Archived from the original on 5 November 2012.
  4. ^ Volume I, 1977 Indian general election, 6th Lok Sabha Archived 18 July 2014 at the Wayback Machine
  5. ^ Volume I, 1980 Indian general election, 7th Lok Sabha Archived 18 July 2014 at the Wayback Machine
  6. ^ Volume I, 1984 Indian general election, 8th Lok Sabha Archived 18 July 2014 at the Wayback Machine
  7. ^ 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.
  8. ^ ""TMC is the party of people's trust"". The Hindu. 28 January 2016. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
  9. ^ Bolar, Mansoor (4 August 2015). "K.T.Kosalram". MB's Stamps of India. Retrieved 2 June 2024.


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