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Veena George
Veena George is an Indian politician and journalist, currently serving as the Minister for Health and Family Welfare in the Government of Kerala. She represents the Aranmula constituency in the Kerala
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FAQ
1. What is Veena George known for?
Veena George is best known for serving as Kerala's Health Minister during the ongoing post-pandemic years. She continued the state’s robust health system initiatives, focusing on public health infrastructure, women’s health, and digital health programs.
2. What did Veena George do before joining politics?
Before entering active politics, Veena George was a popular journalist and news anchor. She worked with leading Malayalam channels and held editorial responsibilities, becoming one of the few female faces in primetime news at the time.
3. Which political party does Veena George belong to?
She is a member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), CPI(M), and has been actively involved in party activities in Pathanamthitta and Thiruvananthapuram districts.
4. Has she won elections more than once?
Yes, Veena George was first elected as an MLA from Aranmula in 2016 and retained the seat in the 2021 Kerala Assembly elections with a strong mandate.
5. What are her focus areas as Health Minister?
As Health Minister, Veena George has focused on strengthening primary healthcare, expanding digital health initiatives, improving maternal and child health services, and enhancing preparedness for infectious diseases and public health emergencies.