1st Indian political figure for 50 years

     Written by : SMTV24x7 | Fri, Jul 27, 2018, 03:34 PM

1st Indian political figure for 50 years

Chennai, July 27: Here is the great news that as DMK patriarch M. Karunanidhi crossed a milestone in the country's political history on July 27 when he became the first leader to enter the 50th year as president of the party.

The three-time CM of Tamil Nadu was first elected chief of DMK on July 27 of 1969. He was 45 at the time and heading a political party that had previously been launched without a president as the post had been left vacant for Periyar E.V. Ramasamy.

Five months earlier, on February 10, 1969, he was elected the legislature party leader of the DMK and became the Chief Minister of the State following the death of party founder C.N. Annadurai.

Known for his interest in arts, poetry and Tamil culture, Karunanidhi has had his share of sworn supporters and staunch critics over the last many years. For DMK though, he has been a pillar - withstanding the ups and downs of Indian politics with resolve.

At 95 though, he may not be anywhere close to the figure he once was. Currently in Kauvery Hospital, Karunanidhi is suffering from urinary tract infection and has fever.