Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Thousands Bid Farewell to Communist Leader V. S. Achuthanandan
V S Achuthanandan, a famous communist leader, recently passed away.
Many people came together to say goodbye, with thousands lining the streets for his final journey.
His funeral procession traveled a long distance, like a big march, from one city to another.
People waited in the rain to see him one last time.
The funeral was special, with the government honoring him.
After the viewing the body was brought to his ancestral home where more people came to say their goodbyes.
They remembered him for his work and the people he represented.
Thousands gathered to bid farewell to V S Achuthanandan, a legendary communist leader.
A 150-km funeral procession began in Thiruvananthapuram and concluded in Alappuzha.
The procession, a people's march, was delayed due to the large crowds paying respects.
Funeral held with full State honors at Punnapra-Vayalar Martyrs’ Memorial.
The leader's mortal remains were brought to his ancestral home in Alappuzha.
- Who
- V S Achuthanandan, a legendary communist leader.
- What
- Funeral procession and public farewell for V S Achuthanandan.
- When
- The funeral procession began on Tuesday and concluded on Wednesday.
- Where
- Thiruvananthapuram to Alappuzha, Kerala.
- Why
- To honor and pay last respects to the deceased leader.
- Deceased
- V S Achuthanandan
- Age
- 101
- Event
- Funeral Procession
- Procession Distance
- 150 km
- Funeral Location
- Punnapra-Vayalar Martyrs’ Memorial