Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Unveils Periyar Portrait At Oxford University, Says His Rationalist Light Shines Across The World
Long before such reforms became law, Periyar advocated widow remarriage, inter-caste marriage, temple entry for Dalits, reservation in education and jobs, and women’s right to own property, said CM MK Stalin.
Sep 05, 2025, 14:45 PM IST
Tamil Nadu BJP leader arrested for derogatory remarks against Periyar, DMK's A Raja
The arrest resulted in tense moments in the area, as a large number of BJP workers arrived at the spot and squatted on Coimbatore's Avanashi road seeking his immediate release. They also demanded the arrest of Raja.
Sep 21, 2022, 18:24 PM IST
After Lenin, Periyar statues will be taken down soon: BJP leader H Raja's Facebook post sparks war of words
Dravidar Kazhagam has dared the BJP to try and raze a Periyar statue.
Mar 06, 2018, 16:46 PM IST