Statues of Chennai: an enduring symbol of labour union movement
A replica of a statue installed in Delhi, the 'Triumph of Labour' depicts workers toiling to raise a rock, and cost ₹50,000. The statue was given a facelift by the Greater Chennai Corporation in March 2013, along with the installation of a foundation with an artificial cascade.
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- Hindustan Times
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- Time of India
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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Time of India
‘Made in Lucknow Brahmos, drones showed Swadeshi prowess to world'
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