In celebration of Velu Nachiyar's birth anniversary, a blood donation camp was organized at the Sivagangai Devasthanam office. The camp was conducted under the leadership of Parambara Arangakavalars, Maduranthaki Nachiyar. The event saw the participation of various prominent figures, including the Secretary of Manner Schools, Kumarakuru, the Devasthanam Manager Ilango, and the Supervisor Sevarakodiya. The blood donation camp was supervised by Dr. Mahendran, a medical officer from the Sivagangai Government Medical College, and blood bank official, Mr. Sidhuhari. Devasthanam employees donated blood, which was then sent to the government hospital blood bank for further use.
In addition to the blood donation drive, a separate birth anniversary celebration took place at the Velu Nachiyar Manimandapam in Raghinipatti, near Sivagangai. The event was presided over by Collector Asha Ajith, and was attended by key figures such as Minister Periyakaruppan, MLAs Mangudi and Tamilarasi, and other officials. Wreaths were placed on the statues of Velu Nachiyar and Kuyili, marking the tribute to the freedom fighters. Rural Development Officer Vaanathi, Assistant Director (Rural Development) Kesavadasan, and other dignitaries also participated in the ceremony.
Political leaders from different parties, including Senthilnathan MLA (from AIADMK), Vijayakumar (from Congress), Balaiya (District Secretary of the Liberation Tigers Party), Jabir Parvez (District President of Tamil Nadu Victory Front), and Asokan Mariyadhai (District Secretary, Panneerselvam faction of the AIADMK), were present to pay respects and contribute to the memorial celebration.
The event highlighted the significance of Velu Nachiyar's contributions to India's freedom struggle and served as a reminder of her leadership and bravery in the fight against colonial rule.
