V. N. Purushothaman

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V.N. Purushottaman
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Years active	1909 - 1990

Vanmeri Nadeyi Purushothaman (9 April 1909, in Mahé, Kerala – 29 April 1990, at Pallur, Mahé, Kerala) was an Indian Congress leader. He was elected as MLA several times from Mahé over a period of thirty-five years. He also had held office as deputy speaker in the Pondicherry assembly for five years. He has been awarded the status of freedom fighter as he fought against the French during their regime in Mahe. He was reputed to be quite well-versed in the French Language.

He was the last Mayor and the first chairman of the Mahé Municipality. He is survived by his sons K.V. Jinadas, N.K. Mithran and Sree Valsan, and two other daughters.

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• History of Mahé Municipality