Sun May 04 14:26:15 UTC 2025: ## Kerala Mourns Literacy Advocate K.V. Rabiya

**Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – May 4, 2025** – Kerala is mourning the loss of K.V. Rabiya, a pioneering literacy advocate, whose passing has prompted widespread tributes from political leaders and organizations across the state. Ms. Rabiya, known for her unwavering dedication to education despite facing personal adversity, leaves behind a significant legacy.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan led the tributes, praising Ms. Rabiya’s “indomitable will” and highlighting her work as a testament to the idea that disabilities do not limit the pursuit of knowledge. Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan echoed these sentiments, emphasizing Ms. Rabiya’s selfless dedication to her fellow beings.

Tributes also poured in from the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), with State president Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal and national general secretary P.K. Kunhalikutty both praising her tenacity and the impact she had on hundreds of lives. They described her as an inspiration whose determination overcame numerous obstacles. Ms. Rabiya’s contributions to literacy in Kerala have been widely lauded, cementing her place as a revered figure in the state’s history.

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