P. Chacko

Poulose 'Chacko' was a member of the Kerala Legislative Assembly from 1960–1964, representing Thiruvalla constituency.

Early life

Born in Kumbanad, he settled down in Thiruvalla. His father was Poulose Upadesi.
Chacko obtained his B. A. and L.T. degree from University of Travancore. Later he joined the Syrian Christian Seminary School, in Thiruvalla as a teacher.

Election

He was a member of the Indian National Congress and was a freedom fighter. In 1960, he stood representing Thiruvalla constituency for Kerala Legislative Assembly election and won. Opposing him was P. T. Punnose, a veteran Communist party leader.
P. Chacko died in 1978.