Honoring MGR: A Legacy of Progress and Cultural Pride

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored M G Ramachandran, former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and AIADMK founder, on his birth anniversary. Modi acknowledged MGR's contributions to Tamil Nadu's development and the popularization of Tamil culture. MGR, remembered for enhancing the mid-day meal program, was born in 1917.

On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to M G Ramachandran, the former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and AIADMK founder, marking his birth anniversary. Modi hailed MGR's exceptional contributions to the progress of Tamil Nadu.

In a message on X, Modi emphasized MGR's pivotal role in popularizing Tamil culture, reinforcing his legacy. The Prime Minister pledged continued efforts to fulfill MGR's societal vision.

Ramachandran, often referred to as MGR, was born in 1917 and is celebrated for upgrading the mid-day meal program in schools, significantly improving student attendance and enrollment.

(With inputs from agencies.)