Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development, Udhayanidhi Stalin, and former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami recently paid their respects to social reformer Periyar E.V. Ramasamy on his 145th birth anniversary. The two politicians garlanded and paid tribute to Periyar Ramasamy at separate events held in Salem, Tamil Nadu.
Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin first garlanded the statue of Periyar Ramasamy near the Salem Collectorate. He also led the Social Justice Day pledge, emphasizing the importance of social equality and inclusivity. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Housing and Urban Development Minister S. Muthusamy, Salem District Collector S. Karmegam, MLA R. Rajendran, and Salem Corporation Mayor A. Ramachandran.
On behalf of the AIADMK, former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami also paid his respects to Periyar Ramasamy. He garlanded the social reformer’s statue and honored his legacy. Accompanying him were former Minister S. Semmalai, MLA E. Balasubramanian, and local body representatives.
Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, also known as Periyar, was a prominent social and political activist in Tamil Nadu. He played a crucial role in advocating for the rights and empowerment of marginalized communities, particularly women and members of the lower castes. His efforts towards social justice and dismantling oppressive systems have left a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu’s society and politics.
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– Udhayanidhi Stalin: Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development in Tamil Nadu.
– Edappadi K. Palaniswami: Former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
– Periyar E.V. Ramasamy: Social reformer and political activist in Tamil Nadu, known for his work towards social equality and justice.
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