Leaders pay tributes on late Tamil Nadu CM MGR’s 107th birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said MG Ramachandran left a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu's growth and development.

Published Jan 17, 2024 | 12:22 PMUpdated Jan 17, 2024 | 12:22 PM

MGR

Wednesday, 17 January, marks the 107th birth anniversary of former chief minister of Tamil Nadu, MG Ramachandran, popularly called MGR.

The actor-politician, who was a member of the DMK party, later founded the AIADMK party, following differences with M Karunanidhi. He led his party to power in 1977 and remained chief minister until his death in 1987.

The leader of Opposition in Tamil Nadu, Palaniswami paid rich tributes to the leader.

The AIADMK too paid their respects to MGR by sharing a video of the leader.

AIADMK leader Panneerselvam said on X: “MGR, the revolutionary leader who gave a ten-year golden rule to Tamil Nadu. I offer my respect and salute to him on his birthday.”

PM Modi’s tribute

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to former Tamil Nadu chief minister MG Ramachandran on his birth anniversary and said he left a lasting impact on the state’s growth and development.

Modi said in a post on X, “Today, on his birth anniversary, we remember and celebrate the life of the great MGR. He was a true icon of Tamil cinema and a visionary leader. His films, particularly those on social justice and empathy, won hearts beyond the silver screen.”

He added, “As a leader and chief minister, he worked tirelessly for the welfare of the people, leaving a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu’s growth and development. His work continues to inspire us.”

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