Cherkalam Abdullah
Cherkalam Abdullah | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Kerala Legislative Assembly | |
| In office 1987–2006 | |
| Preceded by | K. P. Kunhikannan |
| Succeeded by | C. H. Kunhambu |
| Constituency | Manjeshwar Assembly constituency |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 15, 1942 Cherkalam, Kasaragod district, Kerala, India |
| Died | July 27, 2018 (aged 75) Kasaragod district, Kerala, India |
| Political party | Indian Union Muslim League |
| Spouse | Ayesha Cherkalam |
| Children | 4 |
Cherkalam Abdullah (15 September 1942 – 27 July 2018) was an Indian politician associated with the Indian Union Muslim League. He served as a member of the Kerala Legislative Assembly from the Manjeshwar Assembly constituency from 1987 to 2006. He was elected in four consecutive terms—in 1987, 1991, 1996, and 2001.
Abdullah served as the Minister for Local Self-Governments in the United Democratic Front (UDF) government led by A. K. Antony from 2001 to 2004. He was known for his efforts in streamlining Kudumbashree-initiated projects during his tenure.[1][2][3][4][5]
Early life
Abdullah was born on 15 September 1942 in Cherkalam, Kerala, to Barikad Muhammed Haji and Asyamma.
Personal life
Abdullah was married to Ayesha Cherkalam. The couple had four children—two sons and two daughters. His family has been actively involved in politics.
References
- ^ "Former Kerala Minister Cherkalam Abdullah passes away - The New Indian Express". www.newindianexpress.com. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
- ^ "Members - Kerala Legislature". www.niyamasabha.org. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
- ^ Staff Reporter (27 July 2018). "Cherkalam Abdulla passes away". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
- ^ "Former minister and IUML leader Cherkalam Abdullah passes away". The News Minute. 27 July 2018. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
- ^ "Former Kerala Minister Cherkalam Abdullah Dies". NDTV.com. Retrieved 31 December 2022.