CPI leader T Purushothaman passes away

ALAPPUZHA: CPI state executive member and Kerala Land Development Board Chairman T Purushothaman(76) passed away in Kochi on Thursday. He was undergoing treatment for liver-related ailments at Ernakulam Amritha Hospital.

Purushothaman, who joined the Communist party in 1967, had often excelled in leading the party during crucial times. He had served in various positions such as Cherthala Taluk Committee Secretary, District Committee Assistant Secretary, State Secretariat member and State Executive member.

Purushothaman is survived by wife Rathnamma, daughter Jyothi, sons Joshi and Jaimon. His funeral was held at his residence at 10 pm.