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Kozhikode DCC postpones ‘Janasadassu’

The Kozhikode district Congress committee has postponed ‘Janasadassu’, an event scheduled in Kozhikode on July 22 in protest against the Centre’s move to introduce a Uniform Civil Code in the country, in the wake of the death of former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Tributes pour in for former Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy

Tributes paid to former CM Oommen Chandy in Kozhikode by people from various walks of life. Bishop Varghese Chakkalakkal praised his care and concern for the poor. A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar lauded his efforts for Kerala's development.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

President, Prime Minister mourn Chandy’s death

Oommen Chandy's death prompts outpouring of grief from leaders across political spectrum. President, PM, Governors, Chief Ministers, Congress leaders, BJP leader pay tribute to his 53 yrs as legislator, dedication to public service, empathy & compassion.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Puthuppally, a place where masses reached out to their leader Oommen Chandy

Painfully weak and confined to a hospital outside the State, Oommen Chandy could neither reach out to his voters nor advice the Congress or the United Democratic Front leadership on political strategies in his final months. Yet, the torrent of grief and tributes that followed his death on Tuesday showed…

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Oommen Chandy’s passing leaves Congress bereft

Oommen Chandy: A leader whose strategic acumen, diplomatic skills, bipartisan camaraderie & empathy steered UDF out of crises. His tactical gambit of fielding Rahul Gandhi from Wayanad in 2019 helped UDF win 19 of 20 LS seats in Kerala. He was a genial, compassionate & liberal antithesis to many combative…

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Shashi Tharoor pays moving tributes to former Kerala CM Oommen Chandy

NEW DELHI: Congress MP and former Union minister Shashi Tharoor has posted moving tributes on the passing away of former Kerala chief minister Oommen Chandy. His tributes are a reflection of his attachment with the party’s senior colleague who is no more.

The Times of India · Jul 18, 2023

Oomen Chandy | A flood of tributes; Kerala government declares a public holiday on Tuesday

Kerala mourns the passing of former CM Oomen Chandy, a “24x7 politician” who was respected across the political spectrum.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Top Kerala News developments today

Here are the important developments from Kerala to watch out for July 18

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Oommen Chandy’s emergence as undisputed leader of Congress

During his tenure as the longest serving legislator of the Kerala Assembly and a minister handling several portfolios, Mr. Chandy was credited with so many achievements. The budget that he presented in 1991 as the Kerala Finance Minister is widely regarded as a milestone in the State’s development.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023

Oommen Chandy obituary | Puthupally never broke faith with him

Oommen Chandy , two-time Chief Minister of Kerala, passes away at 79. His 53-yr tenure in Puthupally, genial affability, natural authority & diplomatic sureness of touch helped keep UDF together. He was known for his empathetic approach to governance & coined phrase “fast and far” to highlight govt’s resolve.

The Hindu · Jul 18, 2023