8 consecutive terms in the Kerala Legislative Assembly representing Adoor (1991–2011) and Kottayam (2011–Present) as Speaker, Cabinet Minister, and Opposition Chief Whip.
Chronological history of 8 assembly tenures and responsibilities (1991 – 2026)
| Assembly | Years | Constituency | Legislative Role | Major Responsibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16th Assembly | 2026–Present | Kottayam | Speaker, Kerala Legislative Assembly | Presides over Assembly proceedings, upholds parliamentary traditions, and ensures the smooth functioning of the House. |
| 15th Assembly | 2021–2026 | Kottayam | MLA | Represented Kottayam and participated in legislative debates, committee work, and constituency development. |
| 14th Assembly | 2016–2021 | Kottayam | Senior MLA | Continued legislative oversight, policy discussions, and constituency initiatives. |
| 13th Assembly | 2011–2016 | Kottayam | Cabinet Minister | Served as Minister for Revenue; later Home & Vigilance; subsequently Forest, Environment, Transport, Sports & Cinema. |
| 12th Assembly | 2006–2011 | Adoor | Opposition Chief Whip | Coordinated legislative strategy, debates, and party business in the Assembly. |
| 11th Assembly | 2001–2006 | Adoor | Cabinet Minister | Held portfolios including Water Resources, Forest, Health, and Parliamentary Affairs. |
| 10th Assembly | 1996–2001 | Adoor | MLA | Second consecutive term; actively participated in legislative discussions and constituency representation. |
| 9th Assembly | 1991–1996 | Adoor | MLA | First term in the Kerala Legislative Assembly, representing Adoor. |
Presides over Assembly proceedings, upholds parliamentary traditions, ensures order, and drives paperless digital e-Assembly modernization.
Held multiple portfolios including Home & Vigilance, Revenue & Housing, Water Resources, Forest & Environment, Transport, Sports & Cinema.
Coordinated opposition legislative strategy, policy debates, committee representation, and floor management in the Assembly.