Prime Minister Narendra Modi Pays Tribute to Late DMD Chief Vijayakanth
The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, has paid a glowing tribute to the late DMD leader and actor Vijayakanth on his website. Vijayakanth passed away on December 28 due to ill health, with the Prime Minister previously offering his condolences on the X site.
During the inauguration of the new terminal of the Trichy airport on Tuesday, Prime Minister Modi praised Vijayakanth as a captain not only in cinema but also in politics. His warm post on his website expressed deep admiration and respect for the late leader.
In the post, Prime Minister Modi described Vijayakanth as a much admired and respected leader and a personal close friend. He highlighted Vijayakanth’s multifaceted personality and his impact on both the Indian film industry and the political arena. The Prime Minister spoke highly of Vijayakanth’s passion, perseverance, and commitment to social justice, as depicted in the characters he portrayed on screen.
“Vijayakanth was not just a leader in the film industry, but also in the world of politics. He was always keen on the progress of Tamil Nadu and India as a whole, particularly in the fields of education and medicine,” the Prime Minister’s post read.
With Vijayakanth’s passing, the Prime Minister shared the sentiment that not only have many lost a leader, but he has lost a best friend. He emphasized the importance of embodying the qualities of courage, generosity, wisdom, and zeal, which Vijayakanth exemplified as a successful leader.
“We will continue to work to realize his vision of progress and social justice for all,” Prime Minister Modi concluded in his heartfelt post. The tribute from the Prime Minister reflects the impact that Vijayakanth had on both the entertainment industry and the political landscape in India.