“Respectfuly known as ‘Mahakavi Bharathiar’, he is a symbol of patriotism, social reform, poetic genius and indomitable spirit of freedom and fearlessness. His thoughts and works continue to motivate us all’’, he added.

‘’Subramania Bharathi believed in justice and equality above everything else. He once said, ‘If even one single man suffers from starvation, we will destroy the entire world.’ This sums up his vision towards alleviating human suffering and furthering empowerment’,’ Modi said.

Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Ministers paid rich tributes to the poet to mark the occasion, by garlanding his statue at the Marina beach. They also paid floral tributes to a decorated portrait of the poet.

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