Governor, CM pay tributes to Veerapandiya Kattabomman

Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi and Chief Minister MK Stalin paid tribute to freedom fighter Veerapandiya Kattabomman on the occasion of his martyrdom day on Thursday.

The nation solemnly remembers the great freedom fighter Veerapandiya Kattabomman on his martyrdom day, Raj Bhavan said in a post on X. A visionary leader whose courage and faith shaped the early course of India’s freedom struggle. A formidable military strategist and inspiring leader, he united the people in fearless resistance against British colonial tyranny.

The historic Battle of Panchalankurichi remains an enduring symbol of his unwavering leadership and defiance, where his sacrifice ignited the enduring flame of India’s quest for freedom. Raj Bhavan said Kattabomman’s courage and sacrifice will continue to inspire future generations.

Mr. Stalin, along with his cabinet colleagues, paid floral tributes to the portrait of Veerapandiya Kattabomman at the Gandhi Mandapam in Chennai.

In a post on X, Mr. Stalin hailed Veerapandiya Kattabomman as a brave warrior who refused to submit to foreign domination and fought fearlessly. Even years before the Sepoy Mutiny, Kattabomman spread the spirit of the freedom struggle, fought tirelessly and sacrificed his life. His sacrifice continues to stand as a testament to the courage of the Tamil land, he added.