Sitaram Yechury (1952-2024): Life and times in pictures
Sitaram Yechury, born on August 12, 1952, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, was a veteran Indian politician and a key leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist). With a career spanning several decades, Yechury’s political journey began during his student days at Delhi University, where he became actively involved in the Students’ Federation of India (SFI). Known for his sharp intellect and deep commitment to socialist ideals, Yechury rose through the ranks of the CPI(M), becoming a member of its Central Committee in 1984. In 2015, he was elected as the General Secretary of the party, a position he continued to hold. Throughout his career, Yechury played a crucial role in shaping CPI(M)‘s policies, especially on economic and social justice issues, and has been a vocal critic of neoliberal reforms. As a Rajya Sabha member, he was known for his incisive debates and staunch defence of secularism, workers’ rights, and public sector reforms. Under his leadership, CPI(M) maintained its strong stance on national and international…
12 Sep 11:06 · The Hindu