CPI(M) Leader A V Russel Passes Away at 63

A V Russel, a prominent CPI(M) leader and re-elected secretary of the party's Kottayam district committee, passed away at 63. Russel, who was being treated for cancer, suffered a heart attack after surgery. He held significant roles, including contesting the legislative assembly election and leading the Changanassery Urban Bank.

In a profound loss for the CPI(M), A V Russel, recently re-elected as the secretary of the party's Kottayam district committee, has died at the age of 63.

Russel, undergoing cancer treatment, succumbed to a heart attack at Chennai Apollo Hospital post-surgery, as confirmed by party sources. His political journey began in 1981, marked by a run for the Changanassery legislative assembly seat in 2006 and impactful roles including district panchayat member and president of the Changanassery Urban Bank.

This year, he was reinstated as the Kottayam district secretary on January 4. V N Vasavan, Minister for Cooperation and Registration, extended condolences, highlighting Russel's enduring influence and dedication to public service.