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Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
DMK celebrates Karunanidhi's birthday as Semmozhi Day
Chennai: Celebrating late DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi 's 102nd birth anniversary as Semmozhi Day, chief minister M K Stalin inaugurated an exhibition titled 'Tamil Semmozhi,' on Tuesday. The expo displaying pictures of Tamil inscriptions portraying rich Tamil history would be open for public till June 9. Stalin commenced the day with a visit to Karunanidhi memorial in Marina beach where he paid floral tributes. He then proceeded to Omandurar govt hospital to garland Karunanidhi's statue. Later, he visited DMk headquarters Anna Arivalayam, Karunanidhi's residence in Gopalapuram and then the residence of DMK MP Kanizmozhi Karunanidhi in CIT colony. Subsequently, he participated at a function in Kalaivanar Arangam where he inaugurated the 'Tamil Semmozhi' exhibition. He also released a book on four year achievements of the DMK govt and distributed Kalaignar Karunanidhi Semmozhi Tamil award to Tamil scholar Thayammal, which carried a cash reward of 10lakh and a miniature statue of Karunanidhi. He also gave prizes to students who won various competitions conducted for Semmozhi Day at the school and college levels. Across the state, DMK organised 102 events marking the 102nd birth anniversary. Special celebrations were also organised at Karunanidhi's birthplace Thirukkuvalai in Nagapattinam district.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Scholar Thayammal Aravanan receives Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Classical Tamil Award
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, on Tuesday (June 3, 2025), presented the Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Classical Tamil Award for 2025 to eminent Tamil scholar Thayammal Aravanan. The award carries a cheque of ₹10 lakh and a citation plaque. The award was presented in a function in Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai that marked the 'Semmozhi Day' celebrations on the occasion of the birth anniversary of late DMK leader and former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. The CM also released two works published by the Central Institute of Classical Tamil — Tamil Vinayadigal - Varalatru Mozhiyiyal Ayvu by Rajendran Sankaravelayuthan and Sanga Ilakkiya Solvalam by P.R. Subramanian. Mr. Stalin also handed over enhanced financial aid to elderly Tamil scholars — M. Chakkaravarthi, R. Mohanasundaram, Bhanumathi alias Aathira Mullai, A. Idayageetham Ramanujam and N. Sundari. The CM also released a book listing out the achievements of the DMK government during the past four years, as published by Tamilarasu. The CM also handed over prizes to students, who emerged winners in various competitions held to mark 'Semmozhi Day'. Ministers K.N. Nehru, I. Periyasamy, .V. Velu, M.R.K. Panneerselvam, KR. Periakaruppan, M.P. Saminathan, Ma. Subramanian, P.K. Sekarbabu, Chennai Mayor R. Priya; MDMK founder Vaiko, VCK founder Thol. Thirumavalavan, CPI state secretary R. Mutharasan, IUML national president K.M. Khader Mohideen, MPs A. Raja and Dayanidhi Maran; legislators Thayagam Kavi and senior officials were also among those present. Earlier in the day, Mr. Stalin accompanied by Ministers and elected representatives paid floral tributes at the memorial of late leader M. Karunanidhi in Anna Square, statue of the late leader in Omandurar Government Estate campus and other places.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Stalin to lead ‘Semmozhi Day' celebrations on Karunanidhi's birth anniversary
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is set to lead a series of commemorative events on June 3, marking the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister and DMK patriarch M. Karunanidhi. The state government has officially designated the day as 'Semmozhi Day' to honour Karunanidhi's lifelong contributions to the Tamil language and literature. According to an official release, Stalin will begin the day by paying floral tributes to Karunanidhi's statue located at the Omandurar Government Estate campus on Anna Salai. The tribute ceremony is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. The main event of the day will be held at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai, where a grand function has been organised by the Central Institute of Classical Tamil (CICT). As part of the celebration, Chief Minister Stalin will release a new set of Tamil scholarly books published by the institute. In line with the government's commitment to promoting the Tamil language and academic excellence, Stalin will also distribute certificates to scholars who have completed their doctoral studies in classical Tamil. This is seen as part of a broader push to encourage higher education and research in Tamil linguistics and heritage. Further underscoring the state's focus on preserving Tamil culture and recognising contributions to the language, the Chief Minister will hand over enhanced financial assistance to senior Tamil scholars. This aid is aimed at supporting elderly language experts who have spent their lives promoting and enriching Tamil literature. Additionally, prizes will be awarded to school and college students who emerged victorious in various Tamil-related competitions conducted in connection with 'Semmozhi Day'. These competitions were designed to increase student engagement with the language and to inspire a deeper appreciation for Tamil classical and modern literature. The state government's decision to observe June 3 as 'Semmozhi Day' annually reflects Karunanidhi's enduring legacy as a scholar, writer, and passionate advocate for Tamil. Officials stated that the day would continue to be marked with programs that promote Tamil language, literature, and culture across the state. With these initiatives, the government aims to keep alive the ideals that Karunanidhi stood for and to inspire future generations to take pride in their linguistic heritage.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
T.N. government plans series of events to mark Karunanidhi's birth anniversary on June 3
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin is scheduled to take part in a series of events to mark the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi on June 3, 2025. Mr. Stalin will pay floral tributes to Karunanidhi's statue at Omandurar Government Estate campus on Anna Salai at 9.30 a.m., an official release stated. With the government issuing orders to observe June 3 as 'Semmozhi Day', a function has been organised at Kalaivanar Arangam in Chennai, where Mr. Stalin would release new books published by the Central Institute of Classical Tamil and distribute certificates to candidates who have completed their doctorates. Mr. Stalin will also distribute enhanced financial aid to elderly Tamil scholars and would also distribute prizes to students who excelled in various competitions.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
DMK condemns the Union government for misusing Central agencies against Opposition-ruled States
Condemning the Union government led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for letting loose the Central agencies such as the CBI, Income Tax and Directorate of Enforcement against the non-BJP State governments in the country, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) said that it would not be cowed down by such threats. The party general council meeting was held in Madurai on Sunday under the leadership of its president and TN Chief Minister M K Stalin in which a large number of senior leaders, ministers, MPs, MLAs and council members from across Tamil Nadu participated. As many as 28 resolutions were passed at the meeting. The meeting condemned the searches conducted by the ED officials in the TASMAC headquarters in Chennai. While the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) had booked cases against the TASMAC during the AIADMK regime, the BJP had used the ED to raid the offices of the TASMAC and its officials thus giving impression that the DMK government was involved in malpractices. Lauding Mr Stalin for his able administration and leading the State towards progressive growth in every sphere, the meeting said that Tamil Nadu not only stood on top of the board but set a 'model' for the entire nation through innovation and for its implementation of novel welfare programs. The swift move to approach the Supreme Court by Mr Stalin came in for unanimous appreciation. After the Governor failed in his duty, the apex court's directive to the Governor had set a new meaning to the Constitution. It was not a victory to the elected government in Tamil Nadu, but the order put at rest the confusion over the federal structure in a democratic fabric, a resolution said. In another resolution, the ruling party said that fearing trouble, the AIADMK had pledged its self-respect with the BJP. The DMK would not fall prey to any such pressure tactics. It would not be 'controlled' by Amit Shah or any Shah. The DMK would protect the rights of the people boldly, the resolution affirmed. A majority of the resolutions targeted the BJP and the party's prime political opponent AIADMK. From the time Mr Stalin took over as the president of the party, there has been no looking back for the organisation as it had emerged victorious in the Lok Sabha polls, Assembly elections, by-polls, local body elections in the State. The trend would continue in the next year Assembly elections and the party would romp home victory, the meeting resolved. June 3 as 'Semmozhi' Day The party would celebrate June 3, the birthday of late leader M Karunanidhi, as Semmozhi Day by organising meetings in 102 locations in Tamil Nadu. The late leader's sacrifices and achievements, who toiled for the State and served the people for over five decades and ruled for five terms as Chief Minister, would be disseminated to the younger generations, a resolution said. The meeting resolved to retrieve Katchatheevu in the larger interest of the traditional fishermen. The members strongly opposed imposition of Hindi language in any form. They condemned the Union government for continuously neglecting the State's interest in Railways and other Central projects. The members urged through a resolution to take back Waqf amendment 2025 by the Union government and urged to take up the caste census swiftly.
