Khalilur Rahman, Noted TB Scientist and Son of IUML Leader Kader Mohideen, Dies at 59
Epidemiologist and tuberculosis specialist K.M.K. Khalilur Rahman passed away in Tiruchi following a short illness. The eldest son of the IUML president was recognized for his medical research in the Middle East and his contributions during the pandemic.
Key takeaways
- K.M.K. Khalilur Rahman, a 59-year-old tuberculosis scientist, died in Tiruchi on August 1, 2026, after a brief illness.
- He was the eldest son of Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) national president K.M. Kader Mohideen.
- Rahman conducted extensive medical research in Saudi Arabia and Dubai and worked on COVID-19 projects.
- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and DMK President M.K. Stalin were among the leaders offering condolences.
- He is survived by his wife Rashida Banu and two children.
Scientific Legacy and Professional Career
K.M.K. Khalilur Rahman, a prominent tuberculosis scientist and the eldest son of Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) president K.M. Kader Mohideen, passed away in Tiruchi on Saturday, August 1, 2026. He was 59 years old. Rahman’s career was defined by his dedication to infectious disease research, which included significant tenures in Saudi Arabia and Dubai. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, he directed his expertise toward various research initiatives aimed at understanding and mitigating the global health crisis.
Political and State Leaders Express Grief
The news of Rahman's passing triggered a wave of condolences from high-ranking political figures across Tamil Nadu. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and DMK president M.K. Stalin personally contacted K.M. Kader Mohideen to offer their sympathies. The scientific community and political circles alike mourned the loss of a figure who bridged the gap between academic research and public service through his medical work.
Condolences and Family
Other notable leaders who formally expressed their grief included:
- B. Manickam Tagore, President of the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee
- Vaiko, MDMK General Secretary
- State Ministers A.M. Shahjahan and P. Viswanathan
Rahman is survived by his wife, Rashida Banu, as well as a son and a daughter. His death marks the loss of a significant voice in the regional scientific landscape who contributed extensively to international health efforts in the Gulf region before returning to India.
Source: The Hindu — National
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