P.R.No.364
P.R.No.364
Tamil Nadu promise ledger
P.R.No.364·9 Jul 2026·governance

CM Pays Tribute to Former Madras Presidency CM Panagal Raja on His Birthday

CM Joseph Vijay paid tribute in a social media post to Raja of Panagal, the second Chief Minister of Madras Presidency and a founder of the Justice Party, on his birth anniversary, July 9, 2026, crediting his progressive reforms as a foundation for later self-respect and social justice movements led by Periyar, and praising his focus on education and welfare-oriented administration.
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On the Birth Anniversary of Panagal Rajah, Former Chief Minister of the Madras Presidency Social Media Message issued by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. C. Joseph Vijay On the birth anniversary of Panagal Rajah, the second Chief Minister of the Madras Presidency, I pay him my tribute. As one of the founders of the Justice Party, he ensured equal opportunity for all. His progressive reforms went on to form a strong foundation for the self-respect and social justice movements later championed by Thanthai Periyar. His concern for the growth of education and his people-centric administrative outlook remain lofty legacies that continue to guide us today. The glory of Panagal Rajah shall remain forever etched in the history of social justice in Tamil Nadu! ********** Issued by: Director, Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Chennai-9
Issued By: Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Chennai