Sri Vijaya Puram: Members of the Andaman and Nicobar Territorial Congress Committee (ANTCC) gathered at Dairy Farm Junction on Monday to pay tribute to Bharat Ratna K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary. The solemn event was marked by a floral tribute ceremony at his statue and saw the participation of senior leaders and party workers, reaffirming their commitment to the late leader’s vision of inclusive governance and social welfare.
The ceremony was led by ANTCC President Rangalal Halder and Campaign Committee Chairman TSG Bhasker. Other prominent attendees included Chief Spokesperson K. Ganeshan, Treasurer Abdul Shabir, District President John Robert Babu, Congress leader Chamba Shanmugam, Youth Congress leader M. Vikram, Joint Secretary of Seva Dal Akshay, along with several grassroots workers.
Kamaraj, remembered for his simplicity and landmark contributions to education reform, served as Chief Minister of Madras State and later as President of the Indian National Congress. His legacy continues to resonate across India, especially in policies focused on universal schooling and midday meal programs. For the Congress cadre, his life is emblematic of principled politics and public-centered governance.
The gathering at Dairy Farm Junction was both a tribute and a moment of reflection. Party members highlighted the relevance of Kamaraj’s ideals in today’s political context, especially his emphasis on equity in education and rural development. While no speeches were made public, the presence of multiple senior office-bearers underscored the day’s significance in the party calendar.
The event also served to bolster party morale at a time when the Congress unit in the Islands is working to expand its base and re-engage with the electorate. With local body elections likely on the horizon, such symbolic gatherings are part of a broader outreach strategy aimed at reinforcing core values and leadership legacies.
Kamaraj’s influence within the Congress tradition remains strong, particularly among senior leaders who consider his grassroots approach and administrative simplicity as guiding principles. The tribute event concluded with a renewed pledge by party workers to continue working toward his vision of equal opportunity and social justice across the Islands.
