Tributes paid to Moopanar on his 25th death anniversary - The HinduPublished - August 31, 2026 12:07 am IST - CHENNAITMC (Moopanar) president G.K. Vasan paying homage to his father at the latter’s memorial in Chennai on Sunday. | Photo Credit: R. RAGUPolitical leaders from across various parties, including the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, Congress, MDMK, CPI(M), and CPI, paid respects to late Congress stalwart and Tamil Maanila Congress (TMC) founder G.K. Moopanar on his 25th death anniversary at his memorial in Chennai on Sunday.Participating in the event in the presence of TMC (Moopanar) leader G.K. Vasan, Tamil Nadu Fisheries Minister A. Srinath said: “Just as how the TVK is striving to create a Tamil Nadu without bribery, Moopanar followed Kamarajar Ayya in his path, working for the people and not going after positions.”Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) president B. Manickam Tagore said: “One of [former Prime Minister] Rajiv Gandhi’s dreams was to bring back Kamarajar’s rule in Tamil Nadu under the leadership of Moopanar. When I asked Madam (Sonia Gandhi) how she remembers Moopanar, she replied, ‘He was one of those brave leaders who prevented communal forces from coming to power’. He was an identity for many of us,’” he said.MDMK chief Vaiko recalled his association with Moopanar as an MP in New Delhi.Published - August 31, 2026 12:07 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }