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Senior BJP leader and national council member Chetoor Balakrishnan has passed away at age 80. The veteran politician had been resting at his Omassery residence due to age-related health issues. Balakrishnan served as BJP state vice-president and held numerous significant positions throughout his career. His funeral will be held at his home compound on Thursday evening.

Key Points: Senior BJP Leader Chetoor Balakrishnan Passes Away at 80

  • Served as BJP state vice-president and Kozhikode district president
  • Held multiple roles including Mukkam Panchayat member and cooperative bank president
  • Contested from Koduvally in 1996 assembly elections as retired teacher
  • Survived by wife Padmavathy, sons Binoj and Anoop, and daughter-in-law
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Senior BJP leader Chetoor Balakrishnan passes away at 80

Senior BJP leader & former state vice-president Chetoor Balakrishnan passes away at 80. Funeral at Omassery residence Thursday 5 pm. Survived by wife & children.

"He had been resting at his residence in Omassery, Kozhikode, due to age-related ailments. - Original Report"

Kozhikode, September 18

Senior BJP leader and national council member Chetoor Balakrishnan (80) passed away. He had been resting at his residence in Omassery, Kozhikode, due to age-related ailments. The funeral will be held at his home compound on Thursday at 5 pm.

Balakrishnan had served as BJP state vice-president and Kozhikode district president. He also held several positions, including Mukkam Grama Panchayat member (twice), president of Mukkam Service Cooperative Bank, BSNL advisory committee member, Kerala Gramin Bank director, and member of the Central Government Vigilance and Monitoring Committee.

A retired teacher from Malayamma AUP School, he had contested from Koduvally constituency in the 1996 assembly elections.

He is survived by his wife Padmavathy, sons C.B. Binoj (teacher, St. Michael's Higher Secondary School) and C.B. Anoop, and daughter-in-law Dr. Cine Binoj.

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartfelt condolences to the family. It's inspiring to see leaders who served across different sectors - from education to banking to politics. True public service! 🌸
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Sarah B
While I may not agree with all his political affiliations, his dedication to public service across multiple domains is commendable. Rest in peace.
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Vikram M
A true karyakarta who worked at grassroots level. From panchayat to national council - shows what dedication can achieve. BJP has lost a seasoned leader from Kerala.
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Aditya G
Teacher, banker, politician - what a diverse career! Shows how one person can make difference in multiple fields. Respect from Karnataka.
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Michael C
Impressive how he contributed to both rural development through cooperative banking and national-level governance. True example of serving society at all levels.

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