Shri M.K. Raghavan

Shri M.K. Raghavan is a prominent politician affiliated with the Indian National Congress (INC) and serves as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Kozhikode constituency in Kerala.

Early Life and Education

  • Date of Birth: April 21, 1952
  • Place of Birth: Payannur, Kannur District, Kerala
  • Education: He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts with a specialization in History​.

Personal Life

  • Parents: Late Shri Krishnan Nair (father) and Late Smt. Janaki Amma (mother).
  • Marital Status: He is married to Smt. Usha Kumari since September 9, 1987, and they have three children (one son and two daughters)​

Political Career

  • Lok Sabha Tenure: Raghavan has been elected to the Lok Sabha twice, first in the 15th Lok Sabha (2009-2014) and again in the 16th Lok Sabha (2014-2019).
  • Committee Memberships: He served on several important committees, including the Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare and the Committee on Human Resource Development​.

Contributions and Interests

Raghavan is noted for his involvement in social and cultural activities. He was instrumental in founding the first government-aided Arts and Sciences college in the co-operative sector in India. He has also established numerous co-operative societies focused on empowering rural women and youth, contributing significantly to local employment opportunities​.

Additional Information

  • Special Interests: He is particularly focused on the upliftment of rural women and youth.
  • Hobbies: His interests include listening to music and reading​.
  • Countries Visited: Raghavan has traveled to several countries, including Canada, China, Malaysia, and the UAE​.

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