PM Modi pays tribute on MGR's birth anniversary

A hugely successful actor, MG Ramachandran was a member of the DMK but founded the AIADMK following differences with M Karunanidhi.

Former Tamil Nadu chief minister MG Ramachandran. File photo

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to former Tamil Nadu chief minister MG Ramachandran on his birth anniversary and said he left a lasting impact on the state's growth and development.

Modi said in a post on X, "Today, on his birth anniversary, we remember and celebrate the life of the great MGR. He was a true icon of Tamil cinema and a visionary leader. His films, particularly those on social justice and empathy, won hearts beyond the silver screen."

Today, on his birth anniversary we remember and celebrate the life of the great MGR. He was a true icon of Tamil cinema and a visionary leader. His films, particularly those on social justice and empathy, won hearts beyond the silver screen. As a leader and Chief Minister, he…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 17, 2024

"As a leader and chief minister, he worked tirelessly for the welfare of the people, leaving a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu's growth and development. His work continues to inspire us," he added.

A hugely successful actor, Ramachandran was a member of the DMK but founded the AIADMK following differences with M Karunanidhi.

He led his party to power in 1977 and remained chief minister until his death in 1987.