Indian Union Muslim League (IUML)’s national organising secretary E.T. Mohammed Basheer knows Ponnani in and out. Representing Ponnani in Lok Sabha in three consecutive terms since 2009, Mr. Basheer can proudly claim to be a veteran and seasoned parliamentarian from Kerala. Speaking to The Hindu, Mr. Basheer is confident of yet another term in the Lok Sabha.
What significant contributions could you make as an MP in the last five years?
The development of Railways in Ponnani constituency stands tall among many things. The comprehensive development of Tirur, Kuttippuram, and Parappanangadi railway stations could be ensured under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. All these stations are undergoing a facelift. With a second entry from the eastern side, three lifts and an escalator, Tirur station will soon be looking first class.