Shaji M.A is the son of Sri. Achuthan P.K. and Smt. Ramavathi M. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts (B.A.). He has served as the President of the Grama Panchayat, Ponnampet, and as a Member of the Taluk Panchayat, Virajpet, playing a key role in the region’s governance and progress. Currently, he is serving as a Director of the Town Co-operative Bank, Ponnampet. He is also actively involved in politics as the District Congress Secretary of Kodagu District, working towards the welfare and development of the people.