T. Siddique

Minister for Tourism, PWD & Registration

INC 🗳️ MLA from Kalpetta

T. Siddique is a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress in Kerala, known for his strong grassroots connect and excellent organizing capabilities, particularly in the Malabar and Wayanad regions. A former State President of the Youth Congress, he represents the Kalpetta constituency in Wayanad. He serves as the Minister for Tourism, PWD, and Registration in the 2026 UDF cabinet.

Born / Place June 1, 1974 (Age 51) in Kozhikode, Kerala

Parents T. Mohamed and K. Ayisha

Education B.Sc. in Chemistry, LL.B. (Government Law College, Kozhikode)

Spouse Sharafunnisa

Children Aadil, Aashique, and Zil Yazdan (sons)

Key Portfolios Assigned Tourism, Public Works Department (PWD), Registration

Life Journey & Timeline

Exploring the major milestones, student activism, legislative progression, and the remarkable rise of T. Siddique from childhood to the present day.

1974 - 1990

Childhood and Early Education

Born in Kozhikode on June 1, 1974. He grew up in an active community environment, showing strong leadership skills in school debating societies and local sports clubs.

1990 - 2000

Student Politics & Legal Training

Pursued chemistry and went on to complete his LL.B. from Government Law College, Kozhikode. He was a prominent KSU leader in Kozhikode district, leading campaigns for academic infrastructure and democratic student rights.

2001 - 2012

Youth Congress State Presidency

Appointed as the State President of the Kerala Youth Congress. He led major statewide agitations on unemployment and educational reforms, earning recognition as a powerful public speaker and a close associate of Oommen Chandy.

2014 - 2020

Wayanad Focus & Organizational Roles

Shifted his political base to Wayanad and Malabar. He served as the DCC President of Kozhikode and played an instrumental role in Rahul Gandhi's historic Lok Sabha victory from Wayanad in 2019.

2021 - 2025

Elected as Kalpetta MLA

Elected to the Kerala Legislative Assembly in 2021 from the Kalpetta constituency. In the assembly, he aggressively raised developmental and environmental issues concerning the hill district of Wayanad.

2026 - Present

PWD & Tourism Modernization

Inducted into the Satheesan cabinet on May 18, 2026, holding PWD, Tourism, and Registration. He is currently working to develop sustainable eco-tourism in Wayanad and Malabar, and implementing digital reforms in land registration.