PM Modi Pays Tribute to Bharat Ratna M.G. Ramachandran on Birth Anniversary

New Delhi, January 17: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on Friday paid homage to former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Dr. M.G. Ramachandran (MGR) on the occasion of his birth anniversary.

In a statement shared on social media platform X, the Prime Minister lauded MGR’s multifaceted legacy and his monumental contributions to the socio-economic development of Tamil Nadu, as well as his efforts in popularising Tamil culture globally.

PM's Tribute on X:

“Paying homage to the exceptional MGR on his Jayanti. His contribution to Tamil Nadu's progress is outstanding. Equally noteworthy is his role in popularising Tamil culture. We will always keep working to realise his vision for our society.”

Background:

M.G. Ramachandran, popularly known as MGR, was not only a legendary film actor and politician but also a three-time Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He was posthumously honoured with the Bharat Ratna in 1988. His governance was marked by several pro-poor welfare schemes, and he continues to be an enduring icon in Tamil Nadu’s political and cultural landscape.

The Prime Minister’s tribute underscores the national recognition of MGR’s enduring legacy and reaffirms the government's commitment to advancing the developmental vision associated with him.