About K. Balakrishnan
Born 1953. K. Balakrishnan is an Indian politician.
K. Balakrishnan is an Indian politician and a former member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from the Chidambaram constituency. He represents the Communist Party of India (Marxist). He is a former Secretary of CPI(M) Tamil Nadu.
From his college days at Annamalai University, he was involved in politics and is continuously fighting against injustice and working for people's welfare.
On 2 September 2015, Balakrishnan was arrested for refusing to call off a protest at a train station as part of a strike. He later complained of uneasiness and was taken to the Rajah Muthiah Medical College and Hospital at Chidambaram where he was treated for his illness. He served as the State Secretary of CPI(M) Tamil Nadu from February 21, 2018 to January 5, 2025.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is K. Balakrishnan?
Indian politician (1953-)
When was K. Balakrishnan born?
K. Balakrishnan was born on 5 February 1953 in Annamalai Nagar.
What is K. Balakrishnan's occupation?
K. Balakrishnan is a politician.
What nationality is K. Balakrishnan?
K. Balakrishnan is Indian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: K. Balakrishnan (Tamil Nadu politician)
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