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.