Final Farewell to Veteran Congress Leader EVKS Elangovan

Senior Congress leader EVKS Elangovan passed away on December 14. He was cremated with full government honors, including a 21-gun salute. Chief Minister M K Stalin led tributes. Elangovan, a former union minister and MLA, was known for his public service and was a grandnephew of 'Periyar' EV Ramasamy.

In a solemn ceremony, senior Congress leader EVKS Elangovan was cremated with full government honors on Sunday. The event, held at Mugalivakkam electric crematorium, featured a 21-gun salute by the police to pay tribute to the seasoned politician.

Chief Minister M K Stalin, along with other leaders and citizens, paid their respects to Elangovan, acknowledging his significant contributions in various political capacities. The Congress party also convened a condolence meeting to mourn his passing.

The state government, recognizing his extensive public service, accorded him full state honors. EVKS Elangovan, who passed away on December 14, was also a former union minister and an MLA for Erode East, and the grandnephew of the iconic social reformer 'Periyar' EV Ramasamy.

(With inputs from agencies.)