Quick Info
| Profession | Professor, Trade Unionist, Writer, Social Worker, Agriculturist, Politician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 10/05/1946 |
| Age | 79 years |
| Birthplace | Kumbalangi, Kochi |
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Bio/Wiki
| K. V. Thomas is an Indian politician and academician from Kerala who has served in both state and national politics for over four decades. |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Sacred Heart College, Kochi, Kerala |
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| Educational Qualification | Master of Science in Chemistry |
Personal Life
| Religion/Religious Views | Latin Christianity (Roman Christianity) |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 12/04/1970 |
Family
| Father | Kuruppassery Devassey Varkey |
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| Mother | Rosa Varkey |
| Spouse | Sherly Thomas |
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Career
| Taught Chemistry at Sacred Heart College, Kochi for 20 years before entering politics | |
| Member of 8th Lok Sabha (1984-1989) | |
| Member of 9th Lok Sabha (1989-1991) | |
| Member of 10th Lok Sabha (1991-1996) | |
| Member of Kerala Legislative Assembly representing Ernakulam (2001-2006) | |
| Minister for Tourism, Fisheries and Excise in Kerala Government (2001-2004) | |
| Member of 15th Lok Sabha (2009-2014) | |
| Minister of State in Ministry of Agriculture and Minister of State in Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, 2nd UPA Government (2011 onwards) | |
| Member of All India Congress Committee (1984-2022) | |
| President of 7th Ward Congress Committee (1970-1975) | |
| Convener of Block Youth Congress, Palluruthy (1971-1980) | |
| General Secretary of Ernakulam District Congress Committee (1978-1987) | |
| Treasurer of Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (1991-1996) | |
| President of Ernakulam District Congress Committee | |
| KPCC Working President | |
| Member of 11th Kerala Legislative Assembly (2006-2009) | |
| Member of General Council of INTUC since 1976 | |
| AICC Observer to Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Lakshadweep |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. K. V. Thomas is a multifaceted individual, known for his roles as a professor, trade unionist, writer, social worker, agriculturist, and politician in India. | |
| 2. Before entering politics, he dedicated 33 years to teaching chemistry at Sacred Heart College, Kochi, eventually becoming the Head of the Department of Chemistry before retirement. | |
| 3. In 2004, he authored 'Ente Kumbalangi,' a book in Malayalam that revolves around his hometown, Kumbalangi. | |
| 4. His body of work includes several Malayalam books like 'Kumbalangi Flash,' 'Sonia Priyankari,' 'Villaku Marangal,' and 'For The Grains.' | |
| 5. Despite his desire to contest the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Ernakulam, his party, INC, chose Hibi Eden instead of K. V. Thomas. | |
| 6. In 2022, CPM state secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan accused Congress of sidelining leaders such as K. V. Thomas, from minority communities, which Thomas declined. | |
| 7. K. V. Thomas enjoys activities like fishing, music, reading, writing, gardening, chess, and badminton. | |
| 8. He is the owner of a Honda City car and has a pug named Archie, showcasing his affection for dogs. | |
| 9. Before entering politics, he dedicated 20 years to teaching chemistry at Sacred Heart College, Kochi, eventually becoming the Head of the Department of Chemistry before retirement. |