Tamil NaduFriday, 27 February 2026·The Hindu
R. Nallakannu dies at 101; CPI Tamil Nadu leader and freedom fighter to receive state honours
CPI leader and freedom fighter R. Nallakannu died in Chennai on 25 February 2026 at the age of 101.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 25 February 2026, Communist Party of India leader and freedom fighter R. Nallakannu died in Chennai at the age of 101, and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin announced full state honours.
Key specifics
- R. Nallakannu was born on 26 December 1924.
- He served as CPI Tamil Nadu State Secretary from 1992 to 2005.
- He was associated with Left politics, trade unionism, and social justice for over eight decades.
- He received the Ambedkar Award among other recognitions.
- The death was reported from Chennai on 25 February 2026.
Exam lens
Tamil Nadu current affairs, CPI, Chennai, 1924, 1992–2005, state honours — TNPSC may ask his birth date, party role, and the honour announced by the Chief Minister.