The Prime Minister paid tribute to freedom fighters Tiruppur Kumaran and Subramaniya Siva on their birth anniversary.
About Tiruppur Kumaran (1904-1932)
- Born: In a weaver family near Erode, Tamil Nadu
- Founded: Desa Bandhu Youth Association.
- Inspired by: The non-violent civil disobedience ideas of Mahatma Gandhi.
- Key Contribution: He took part in several protest marches against the British administration and died while holding National Flag in his hand.
About Subramaniya Siva (1884-1925)
- Born: In Dindigul (Madurai), Tamil Nadu
- Books written: Ramanuja Vijayam, Madhva Vijayam
- Key contribution: Actively participated in the Non-Cooperation Movement inspired by Mahatma Gandhi and V.O.Chidambaram Pillai.