INDA Alliance Nominates K. Suresh for Lok Sabha Speaker: Who Is He?

Political Journey of K. Suresh

First elected to the 9th Lok Sabha in 1989. Recently won the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, marking his eighth term in Parliament.

Senior Parliamentarian

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Constituency

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Election Record

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Recent Developments

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