P.K. Basheer

Minister for Agriculture

IUML 🗳️ MLA from Eranad

P.K. Basheer is a popular, seasoned legislator belonging to the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML). The son of legendary leader P.K. Seethi Haji, Basheer has represented the Eranad constituency since 2011. Known for his candid speeches, down-to-earth humor, and deep connect with agrarian communities, he is a major political force in Malappuram. He serves as the Minister for Agriculture in the 2026 UDF cabinet.

Born / Place April 20, 1959 (Age 67) in Eranad, Malappuram, Kerala

Parents P.K. Seethi Haji (Legendary IUML Leader) and Aisha

Education Graduate study, active cooperative organizer

Spouse Raziya Basheer

Children One son and two daughters

Key Portfolios Assigned Agriculture, Soil Conservation, Warehousing

Life Journey & Timeline

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

1959 - 1975

Childhood in Malappuram

Born in Eranad, Malappuram on April 20, 1959. As the son of Seethi Haji, he grew up in a house that was a hub of social activity, observing political discussions on Malabar's agricultural reforms.

1975 - 1985

Student Movements & MSF Organization

Active in the Muslim Students Federation (MSF), organizing campaigns for local education and cooperative youth clubs in Malappuram and Wayanad.

1986 - 2000

Agrarian Cooperative Sector Leadership

Led several dairy and agricultural cooperative societies in Eranad. He championed crop insurance and helped rubber and spice cultivators set up direct marketing networks.

2001 - 2010

IUML District Leadership

Served as a key office-bearer of the IUML Malappuram district committee, strengthening the party's organizational footprint in the eastern hilly tracts of the district.

2011 - 2025

Three-term Eranad MLA

First elected to the assembly in 2011 from the newly formed Eranad constituency. Re-elected in 2016 and 2021, he raised key questions on agricultural crop pricing, irrigation, and soil conservation.

2026 - Present

Reforming Kerala's Agriculture

Inducted into the cabinet in 2026. As the Minister for Agriculture, he is implementing modern soil-health tracking, cold-storage warehouses, and providing direct financial aid to spice farmers.