Sangh, Kerala Gandhi Smarak Nidhi, Kerala Sarvodaya Mandal and Gandhi Peace Foundation, Calicut. Some of his political interventions towards the end of his life had been criticised for their communal tinge. These include his opposition to the formation of Muslim-majority Malappuram District in Kerala arguing that it will create a 'mini Pakistan', and his involvement in a temple resurrection near a Mosque in Angadippuram, in Malapppuram leading to communal tensions. His last big involvement was in the 'Tali Temple Movement'. Locals at Angadippuram in Malappuram who were trying to peacefully rebuild a Hindu Temple destroyed by Tipu's forces in 18th century were harassed by extremist religious elements, asserting that a Mosque was nearby the destroyed site. Then Left Government was also apathetic to the local Hindu cause. Kelappan himself entered into the struggle and led a 'Satygaraha' for the reconstruction of the Temple. Despite several attempts by the Government and police to stop the protests, Kelappan's satyagaraha won and the Hindus were allowed to build their temple. But before its completion, K.Kelappan died on October 7, 1971. The Temple built with his support stands alongside the Mosque, symbolizing the present harmony among different communities. Awards and recognition In his honour India Post released a Commemorative stamp in 1990. References 1889 births 1971 deaths India MPs 1952–1957 Gandhians Indian civil rights activists Indian independence activists from Kerala Indian National Congress politicians from Kerala Lok Sabha members from Kerala Malayali politicians People from Kozhikode district University of Madras alumni