P.C. Vishnunadh

Minister for Power, Electricity & Transport

INC 🗳️ MLA from Kundara

P.C. Vishnunadh is a prominent, dynamic young face of the Indian National Congress in Kerala. A brilliant organizer and orator, he has served as the State President of the Kerala Students Union (KSU) and the Youth Congress. He represented the Chengannur constituency for two terms (2006-2016) and won a major political battle in Kundara in 2021. Sworn in as cabinet minister in 2026, he leads the Power, Electricity, and Transport ministries.

Born / Place March 30, 1978 (Age 48) in Mavavelikara, Alappuzha, Kerala

Parents P.C. Chellappan Pillai and K. Leelamma

Education B.Sc. in Chemistry (Christian College, Chengannur), LL.B. (Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram)

Spouse Kanaka Ha Ma

Children Annapurneshwari (daughter)

Key Portfolios Assigned Power, Electricity, Transport

Life Journey & Timeline

Exploring the major milestones, student activism, legislative progression, and the remarkable rise of P.C. Vishnunadh from childhood to the present day.

1978 - 1994

Childhood in Mavelikara

Born on March 30, 1978, in Mavelikara, Alappuzha, to P.C. Chellappan Pillai and K. Leelamma. He grew up in an environment rich in cultural heritage and progressive student movements.

1994 - 2005

KSU President and Student Leadership

Graduated in Chemistry from Christian College, Chengannur and completed his law degree from Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. He rose rapidly in the KSU ranks, serving as the State President (2002-2006) and directing major educational campaigns.

2006 - 2011

Chengannur MLA & Youth Congress President

Elected as MLA from Chengannur in 2006 at the age of just 28, defeating a seasoned CPI(M) leader. In 2010, he was appointed as the State President of the Kerala Youth Congress, injecting new energy into the youth wing.

2011 - 2016

Re-election and National Role

Re-elected from Chengannur in 2011. Following 2016, he served in national organizational roles, being appointed as the All India Congress Committee (AICC) Secretary in charge of Karnataka.

2021 - 2025

Crucial Assembly Victory in Kundara

Contested the 2021 Kerala Assembly election from Kundara and won a stellar victory in a highly watched contest. In the assembly, he emerged as a principal debater on technology, public finance, and youth issues.

2026 - Present

Reforming Power & Transport Sector

Sworn in as a Cabinet Minister in 2026. Managing Power, Electricity, and Transport, he is focused on transiting Kerala's public transport to green electric fleets and ensuring uninterrupted power supply through renewable energy integration.