C Velayutham, BJP's first Tamil Nadu MLA, dies | Chennai News - Times of India

Source: The Times of India

NEW DELHI: C Velayutham, a former BJP MLA in the Tamil Nadu state assembly and dedicated social worker, died on Wednesday.

Velayutham made history by becoming the first BJP member to be elected to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from the Padmanabhapuram Assembly constituency in the 1996 elections.

He emerged victorious against DMK's Bala Janathipathy.However, he was unable to replicate his success in subsequent elections, securing the second position in the 2001 elections and the third position in the 2006 elections.

BJP national president JP Nadda expressed his condolences over Mr Velayutham's demise, acknowledging his dedication to both the party and society.

"Deeply saddened by the passing away of former MLA and social worker C. Velayutham ji. He was the first-ever assembly candidate elected to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly from the BJP, representing the Padmanabhapuram constituency in the 1996 elections. His commitment and dedication to the party and to society will always be remembered. My deepest condolences to his family and supporters in this difficult time."

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