Son of Shri. Francis
and Smt. Annamma; born at Changanassery on 30th
July 1939; B.Sc., B.Ed.; Teacher (Retired);
Political and Trade Union Worker.
Started political
activities while a student.
Joined Indian National Congress and then
became Vice-President of Changanassery Town
(West) Mandalam.
Joined Kerala Congress on its formation
and served as Secretary and President of
Changanassery Constituency; District Secretary,
Kottayam; Member, State Executive Committee.
Worked as General Secretary and Chairman
of Kerala Congress (M).
Was the General
Secretary of Kerala Catholic Students League (K.C.S.L.).
Was Minister for Rural Development,
Registration, Khadi and Village Industries
during XI K.L.A.
Owing to the
amalgamation of the three groups of Kerala
Congress, serving as its Deputy Chairman.
Previously elected to
K.L.A. in 1980, 1982, 1987, 1991, 1996, 2001 and
2006.