Restored Kamaraj statue unveiled at Katpadi
A restored statue of former Chief Minister K. Kamaraj has been unveiled at an intersection in Katpadi. The project was funded by a local official to honor the leader's contributions to education.
Why it matters
The restoration serves as a cultural touchstone for the community, emphasizing the historical importance of political figures in regional educational development.
The restored statue of the former Chief Minister and Congress stalwart K. Kamaraj at Auxilium College intersection at Katpadi in Vellore was opened on Monday.
G.V. Selvam, vice-president, VIT, opened the restored statue, which was built in 1969. Residents and social activists in the area made a request to Mr. Selvam for the statue’s restoration after it was badly damaged.
As the area has many educational institutions, including government schools, students use the intersection to reach the campuses every day. Restoration of the statue of the Congress leader, who contributed to school education in the State, will help the younger generation know the rich past of the veteran Congressman.
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