Educational Development Day on 15th July 2023 – the 119th Birthday of former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, K. Kamaraj, who is revered as the father of the renaissance of Education in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry was celebrated by the citizens in Puducherry. The former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Shri K.Kamaraj Ji’s birth anniversary is observed as Tamil Nadu’s Educational Development Day. the day aims to remind people about his contribution to boosting the school education facilities of Tamil Nadu state. he was known as “King Maker”.
- In the year 2006, The Tamil Nadu state Govt brought a development and celebration bill that highlighted 15th July as “Educational Development Day” in order to remember Perunthalaivar Kamarajar’s contributions.
Who is K Kamaraj:
- Kumaraswami Kamaraj popularly known as Kamarajar was an Indian independence activist and politician.
- He served as the Chief Minister of Madras State (Tamil Nadu) from 13 April 1954 to 2 October 1963.
- He was the founder and served as the president of the Indian National Congress (Organisation).
- He was acknowledged as the “Kingmaker” in Indian politics during the 1960s.
- He also served as the president of the Indian National Congress for two terms i.e. four years between 1964–1967.
- He was responsible for the elevation of Lal Bahadur Shastri to the position of Prime Minister of India after Nehru’s death and Indira Gandhi after Shastri’s death.
- He served as the Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha during 1952–1954 and 1969–1975.
- He was known for his simplicity and integrity.
- He roled in developing the infrastructure of the Madras state and worked to improve the quality of life of the needy and the disadvantaged.
Early life
- Perunthalaivar Kamarajar was born on 15 July 1903 in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu, to Kumaraswami Nadar and Sivakami Ammal.
- His name was originally Kamatchi, later changed to Kamarajar.
Death
- Kamaraj died at his home, on Gandhi Jayanti day (2nd October 1975), He was aged 72 and died in his sleep due to a heart attack.
Awards
- In 1976, he was posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honor.
- In 2004, the Government of India released a commemorative coin of ₹ 100 and ₹ 5 denomination to mark the centenary celebrations of him.
- Terminal-1 of Chennai International Airport was named “Kamaraj Terminal”.
- Ennore Port in Chennai was renamed Kamarajar Port Limited.
- Maraimalai Nagar Railway Station was also named after him as Maraimalai Nagar Kamarajar Railway Station.
- His statue was erected in the Parliament of India and Marina Beach to honor him.
- Madurai University is renamed Madurai Kamaraj University.
- North Parade Road in Bengaluru and Parliament Road in New Delhi are named as “Kamaraj Road”.
- Marina Beach Road in Chennai and Ettayapuram Road in Thoothukudi were named as “Kamarajar Salai”.
Educational Development Day on 15th July
On September 12th, 2006, It was published in Part IV Section 2 of the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette Extraordinary after receiving the assent of the Governor. Tamil Nadu Government introduced Tamil Nadu Educational Development Day (Declaration and Celebration) Act, 2006 to declare the birthday of Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on the 15th day of July, as “Educational Development Day”
Tamil Nadu Educational Development Day (Declaration and Celebration) Act, 2006 – What is it, Definitions
Short title and commencement. –
(1) This Act may be called the Tamil Nadu Educational Development Day (Declaration and Celebration) Act, 2006.
(2) It shall come into force on such date as the State Government may, by notification, appoint.
Declaration of Educational Development Day –
The birthday of Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on the 15th day of July, has been declared as the “Educational Development Day.”
Celebration of Educational Development Day
- Every school celebrates Educational Development Day on 15th July every year.
- On this day, The portrait of Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu is decorated and people pay tribute to him;
- Various competitions such as essay writing, drawing and painting, and oratory are conducted with reference to the contributions made by Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, towards education;
About Tamil Nadu:
- Formation – 26 January 1950
- Chief Minister– Edappadi K. Palaniswami
- Governor– Banwarilal Purohit
- Capital– Chennai
- State Dance – Bharatanatyam
- State Mammal – Nilgiri Tahr
- State Bird – Emerald dove
- State Insect – Tamil Yeoman
- State Flower – Gloriosa lily
- State Fruit – Jackfruit
- State Tree – Palm Tree
- State Sport- Kabaddi
Why is Educational Development Day celebrated?
The birthday of Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on the 15th day of July, is celebrated as the “Educational Development Day.”
What is educational development day?
The government of Tamil Nadu declared the birth day of Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on the 15th day of July, as “Educational Development Day” and to celebrate the Educational Development Day in all schools in the State of Tamil Nadu;
When was education day or education development day celebrated?
In 2007, the first Tamil Nadu Educational Development Day was celebrated.
What special day is on July 15 in Tamil Nadu?
The day of 15th July marks the birthday of Perunthalaivar Kamarajar, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.