David V.
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David V. (born 26 August 1932 - died 10 July 2005) is a unionist and former opposition politician. While in parliament, he has been known to be fearless and vocal in raising issues concerning Indians.
[edit] Chronology
- 26 August 1932: Born
- 1953: Founder and secretary, Selangor Factories Association
- 1958:
- Arrested under Emergency Ordinance
- Elected Kuala Lumpur Town Councilor
- Transport Union Secretary
- 1959: Elected Bangsar Member of Parliament
- 1964: Arrested under ISA
- 1969: Arrested under ISA again after May 13 racial riots
- 1978: Defeated Malaysian Indian Congress strongman, Deputy Minister S. Subramaniam for the Damansara parliament seat
- 1984: Chairman, World Tamil Association
- 1987: Arrested under ISA
- 10 July 2005: Passed away
