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Bikkina Venkataratnam
Bikkina Venkataratnam
Minister of Forests (Madras Presidency)
	In office; 6 Feb 1947 – 23 March 1947
Personal details
Born	Chodavaram, Ramachandrapuram taluk, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh
Nationality	Indian
Political party	Indian National Congress
Occupation	Politician, cooperative banking pioneer

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Bikkina Venkataratnam was a distinguished Indian politician and a pioneering figure in cooperative banking. He was born in Chodavaram, situated in the Ramachandrapuram taluk of East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. He played a significant role in the political and economic development of the region during the early 20th century.

Early Life and Political Engagement

Venkataratnam embarked on his political journey by joining the Indian National Congress in 1921. His unwavering commitment to India's struggle for independence led to his removal from the position of Village Headman due to his active involvement in the Non-Cooperation Movement.

Contributions to Local Governance and Leadership

He served as a member of the Ramachandrapuram Taluk Board, eventually becoming its President from 1922 to 1934. His leadership played a pivotal role in shaping local governance and fostering community growth. Additionally, he held a membership on the District Board in East Godavari from 1921 to 1941.

Dedication to Political Activism and Endurance

Venkataratnam's dedication to the freedom movement was demonstrated through his imprisonment on two occasions. He faced a six-month imprisonment and a fine for providing shelter to Satyagrahis during the Non-Cooperation Movement. Furthermore, he endured imprisonment from June 7, 1930, in Rajahmundry and Vellore jails, highlighting his steadfast commitment to the cause.

Cooperative Banking Leadership and Beyond

One of Venkataratnam's notable contributions was his instrumental role in cooperative banking. He served as a member of the Ramachandrapuram Co-operative Central Bank, eventually assuming the presidency from 1929 onwards. His leadership significantly contributed to the growth and development of cooperative banking in the region.

Political Roles and Ministerial Contribution

Venkataratnam served as a Member of the Madras Legislative Assembly (M.L.A.) on two occasions, in 1923 and 1930. He resigned from his M.L.A. position in response to the Congress's call. In 1947, he assumed the role of Minister of Forests in the Prakasam Cabinet, showcasing his capabilities in broader governance.

Continued Leadership and Legacy

In addition to his political roles, Venkataratnam continued to make substantial contributions. He served as the President of the District Congress Committee and held the prestigious presidency of the Co-operative Central Bank in Ramachandrapuram for approximately 25 years. He also assumed leadership positions in key cooperative banking institutions, including the Provincial Co-operative Bank Ltd. in Madras and the Provincial Co-operative Union Ltd.

Later Political Career

Venkataratnam's political journey extended to the Legislative Council, where he served as an M.L.C. of the Composite Madras State from 1923 to 1929. He resumed his role as an M.L.A. from 1946 to 1952. Notably, he held the position of President of the Andhra Pradesh State Co-operative Central Bank.

Bikkina Venkataratnam's unwavering dedication to the Indian freedom struggle and his pioneering contributions to cooperative banking left an enduring impact on the socio-political and economic landscape of East Godavari and beyond. His legacy continues to inspire generations.

References

"Minister launches drive to document Konaseema’s contribution to freedom struggle" - The Hindu Madras Legislative Assembly Proceedings - 1st December 1964, Page 71 The Madras Journal of Co-operation - Volume 45, Page 164 Struggle for Freedom: Case Study of the East Godavari, Page 157 Political and Social Factors in Andhra, 1900-1956, Page 90

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-'''Bikkina Venkataratnam''' was an Indian politician known for his contributions to [[cooperative banking]]. Born in [[Chodavaram, East Godavari district|Chodavaram]], in the Ramachandrapuram taluk of [[East Godavari]], [[Andhra Pradesh]], Venkataratnam played an important role in the region's political and economic development during the early 20th century.
+'''Bikkina Venkataratnam''' was a distinguished Indian politician and a pioneering figure in cooperative banking. He was born in Chodavaram, situated in the Ramachandrapuram taluk of East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. He played a significant role in the political and economic development of the region during the early 20th century.
-== Political career ==
+== Early Life and Political Engagement ==
-Venkataratnam affiliated with the [[Indian National Congress]] party in 1921. This led to his removal from the position of Village Headman due to his active participation in the [[Non-cooperation movement]].
+Venkataratnam embarked on his political journey by joining the Indian National Congress in 1921. His unwavering commitment to India's struggle for independence led to his removal from the position of Village Headman due to his active involvement in the Non-Cooperation Movement.
+== Contributions to Local Governance and Leadership ==
-He served as a member of the Ramachandrapuram Taluk Board and later assumed its presidency from 1922 to 1934. He also held membership on the District Board in East Godavari from 1921 to 1941.
+He served as a member of the Ramachandrapuram Taluk Board, eventually becoming its President from 1922 to 1934. His leadership played a pivotal role in shaping local governance and fostering community growth. Additionally, he held a membership on the District Board in East Godavari from 1921 to 1941.
-Venkataratnam's political activity led to his imprisonment on two occasions. He faced a six-month jail term and a fine for providing shelter to [[Satyagrahi]]s during the Non-cooperation movement. Additionally, he endured imprisonment starting from June 7, 1930, in Rajahmundry and Vellore jails.
+== Dedication to Political Activism and Endurance ==
-He worked extensively in the [[cooperative banking]] sector. He was associated with the Ramachandrapuram Co-operative Central Bank, where he eventually assumed the presidency from 1929 onwards.
+Venkataratnam's dedication to the freedom movement was demonstrated through his imprisonment on two occasions. He faced a six-month imprisonment and a fine for providing shelter to Satyagrahis during the Non-Cooperation Movement. Furthermore, he endured imprisonment from June 7, 1930, in Rajahmundry and Vellore jails, highlighting his steadfast commitment to the cause.
-Venkataratnam served as a Member of the [[Madras Legislative Assembly]] (MLA) in 1923 and 1930. He resigned from his MLA position to serve in the Congress Party's national cabinet. In 1947, he assumed the role of [[Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change |Minister of Forests]] in the [[1946_Madras_Presidency_Legislative_Assembly_election#T._Prakasam_cabinet|Prakasam Cabinet]].
+== Cooperative Banking Leadership and Beyond ==
-He served as the President of the District Congress Committee and was President of the Co-operative Central Bank in Ramachandrapuram for approximately 25 years. He also assumed leadership roles in the Provincial Co-operative Bank Ltd. in Madras and the Provincial Co-operative Union Ltd.
+One of Venkataratnam's notable contributions was his instrumental role in cooperative banking. He served as a member of the Ramachandrapuram Co-operative Central Bank, eventually assuming the presidency from 1929 onwards. His leadership significantly contributed to the growth and development of cooperative banking in the region.
-In the Legislative Council, Venkataratnam served as an MLC. of the Composite Madras State from 1923 to 1929. He resumed his role as an MLA from 1946 to 1952. He was also the President of the Andhra Pradesh State Co-operative Central Bank.
+== Political Roles and Ministerial Contribution ==
+Venkataratnam served as a Member of the Madras Legislative Assembly (M.L.A.) on two occasions, in 1923 and 1930. He resigned from his M.L.A. position in response to the Congress's call. In 1947, he assumed the role of Minister of Forests in the Prakasam Cabinet, showcasing his capabilities in broader governance.
+== Continued Leadership and Legacy ==
+In addition to his political roles, Venkataratnam continued to make substantial contributions. He served as the President of the District Congress Committee and held the prestigious presidency of the Co-operative Central Bank in Ramachandrapuram for approximately 25 years. He also assumed leadership positions in key cooperative banking institutions, including the Provincial Co-operative Bank Ltd. in Madras and the Provincial Co-operative Union Ltd.
+== Later Political Career ==
+Venkataratnam's political journey extended to the Legislative Council, where he served as an M.L.C. of the Composite Madras State from 1923 to 1929. He resumed his role as an M.L.A. from 1946 to 1952. Notably, he held the position of President of the Andhra Pradesh State Co-operative Central Bank.
+Bikkina Venkataratnam's unwavering dedication to the Indian freedom struggle and his pioneering contributions to cooperative banking left an enduring impact on the socio-political and economic landscape of East Godavari and beyond. His legacy continues to inspire generations.
 == References ==