Marking K. Kamaraj's 124th birth anniversary, Congress leaders launched a massive anti-bribery campaign, supporting CM C. Joseph Vijay's vision for clean administration.

Key Takeaways

  • Congress launched a major anti-corruption campaign on K. Kamaraj's 124th birth anniversary.
  • The party introduced the slogan 'Lanjam Thavir; Nenjam Nimir' (Avoid bribe, hold head high).
  • Leaders pledged full support to Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's clean governance initiative.
  • The event saw participation from both Congress and AIADMK leaders in Virudhunagar.

In a significant political move aimed at redefining administrative ethics, leaders of the Congress Party gathered in Virudhunagar to celebrate the 124th birth anniversary of the legendary former Chief Minister, K. Kamaraj. The event, attended by Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan and Social Welfare Minister K. Jegadeeshwari, served as a platform to launch a vigorous campaign against systemic corruption in Tamil Nadu.

Reviving the Legacy of Integrity

Addressing the gathering, Minister P. Viswanathan emphasized that the Congress is deeply committed to realizing the vision of its founding leaders: a government entirely free from corruption. He noted that after nearly six decades, the state is witnessing a shift toward the transparent governance styles reminiscent of the Kamaraj era. The Minister asserted that the party's primary goal is to ensure that public administration remains untainted by irregularities and unethical practices.

A Moral Crusade: 'Avoid Bribe, Hold Head High'

To mobilize the masses, the Congress has adopted a powerful new slogan: 'Lanjam Thavir; Nenjam Nimir', which translates to 'Avoid bribe, hold head high.' This slogan is intended to act as both a moral compass for citizens and a warning to corrupt officials. B. Manickam Tagore, Virudhunagar MP and TNCC President, highlighted that while corruption seeped into the administration following the Kamaraj era, the current government under Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is taking decisive steps to eradicate these malpractices.

Cross-Party Respect for a Legend

The ceremony was marked by a rare moment of political convergence. While the Congress led the charge, leaders from the AIADMK, including K.T. Rajenthra Bhalaji and Pandiarajan, also paid their respects by garlanding the statue of Kamaraj. This collective homage underscores the enduring legacy of Kamaraj as a statesman whose principles of simplicity and honesty continue to serve as a benchmark for Tamil Nadu's political landscape. The Congress now intends to propagate its anti-corruption message across every corner of the state.