Periyar ideology still in high esteem: Karunanidhi

Tiruchirapalli, Nov 11 (UNI) The ideology of late Dravidian leader Periyar E V Ramasamy (EVR) is still maintained at high esteem in Tamil Nadu, especially by Dravidar Kazhagam and DMK, Chief Minister M Karunanidhi observed today.

Addressing a gathering at Periyar Centenary Educational Complex, here after inaugurating a library building-- constructed at a cost of Rs one crore, the DMK chief said he was proud of participating in the function, which was more a ''family function'' than an official event.

''When there is a crisis in my party or in the governance of the state, the ideals of Periyar inspire me'', he said.

Responding to DK General Secretary and Periyar EVR Educational Institutions Managing Trustee K Veeraman's plea for upgrading the Periyar EVR Institute of Engineering at Vallam near Thanjavur into a deemed University, Mr Karunanidhi said it would be considered favourably.

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