Poet | Blogger | Editor | Dramatist
P. P. Ramachandran, born in 1962 at Vattamkulam in Malappuram District, is a prominent figure in contemporary Malayalam literature. Widely regarded as a new generation poet of the Post-Modern era, he is also well-known for his contributions as a blogger, web magazine editor, and an amateur dramatist.
He began his professional career as a primary school teacher and retired recently as a high school teacher from A.V.M. High School, Ponnani.
Literary Contributions
Ramachandran’s poetry is known for its freshness in language, depth of thought, and social relevance. His noted poetry collections include:
- Kanekkane
- Randay Murichathu
- Katte Kadale
- Kalamkaari
- Pekrom
- Marakkuthira
- P. P. Ramachandrante Kavithakal
He has also made remarkable contributions to children’s literature (Balasahithyam) through works such as:
- Pathalam
- Saikkilu Chavittan
- Poothappattu
- Poochakkurinjaruteyum Anchu Makkaluteyum Kadha
Nalla Mashalla Njan(Lekhana Samaharam)
Editorial & Dramatic Pursuits
Ramachandran is the editor of the popular Malayalam web magazine “Harithakam”, and has actively participated in amateur theatre, enhancing his reputation as a versatile cultural figure.
Awards and Recognitions
- Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award (2002) for Kanekkane
- P. Kunjiraman Nair Award (2013) for Katte Kadale
- Cherusseri Award (2014) for overall contributions to Malayalam poetry and language
He has also received prestigious poetry awards instituted in memory of:
- V. T. Kumaran
- Cherukadu
- Kunchupilla
- Changampuzha
- V. K. Unnikrishnan
Personal Life
P. P. Ramachandran hails from the Puramundekkattu Pisharam.
- Father: Late Shri Kaladi Pisharath Narayana Pisharody
- Mother: Late Smt. Puramundekkattu Pisharath Bharathi Pisharasiar
- Wife: M. P. Mini
- Daughter: Haritha