Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan today paid floral tributes to the freedom fighter, Veerapandiya Kattabomman, on his death anniversary. In a social media post, Mr Radhakrishnan said that the valour and sacrifice of Veerapandiya Kattabomman, who refused to bow to British imperialism and stood in fearless opposition, along with the unwavering resolve he held in safeguarding sovereignty, have left an indelible mark in the history of India’s freedom struggle.
He added that the life of Veerapandiya Kattabomman, who rejected the yoke of slavery and fought with patriotic fervour and steadfast determination to protect rights, will forever endure in the hearts of the people, even as generations pass.
